Person: Johnny McNicholl

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Tom Savage's Ireland player ratings: Andrew Conway close to perfect game

This was a statement win for Ireland, Andy Farrell, and for his senior players, writes Tom Savage.

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Peter Jackson: Sympathy in short supply for Eddie Jones

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What will Welsh rugby look like in Wayne's world?

rugby

Five Connacht, Munster and Ulster players nominated for Pro14 Dream Team

rugby

Pro14 wrap: Dragons, Ospreys, Cheetahs and Benetton earn wins

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Rugby residency ruins the game

Van Graan frustrated as Munster left to rue missed opportunities

Johann van Graan’s glass remained half-full as he argued Munster are still very much in Guinness PRO14 title contention despite defeat to the Scarlets in Llanelli.

Mon, 04 Mar, 2019

Simon Zebo's tries see Racing into Champions Cup quarter-finals

Racing 92 booked a home Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final with a 46-33 bonus-point victory over the Scarlets in Paris.

Sat, 19 Jan, 2019

Connacht secure rousing win over Scarlets

Niyi Adeolokun's late try put the seal on Connacht's rousing 33-20 Guinness PRO14 win over Scarlets at the Sportsground, with Bundee Aki and 18-point fly-half Jack Carty starring for the winners.

Sat, 22 Sep, 2018

Leinster v Scarlets - Guinness PRO14 Final

Leinster plan to raise bar even higher

Leinster 40 Scarlets 32

Mon, 28 May, 2018

Scarlets stung by artificial surface at Scotstoun

Scarlets’ preparations for Saturday’s Guinness PRO14 final against Leinster continue to be affected by the physical toll exacted on Wayne Pivac’s side by their semi-final win over Glasgow Warriors.

Wed, 23 May, 2018

'Burns, grazing and blisters': Some Scarlets players still unable to train for Pro14 final after Glasgow pitch

"You are waking up in bed and the sheets are stuck to your leg about seven times a night."

Tue, 22 May, 2018

‘Isa a weakness? That’s surprising to hear’

Leinster have admitted to some surprise at the suggestion from Welsh legend Shane Williams that Isa Nacewa is a weak link who can be exposed defensively by the Scarlets in today’s Champions Cup semi-final.

Sat, 21 Apr, 2018

Jones warns Leinster not to tackle Scarlets at own game

Scarlets legend Mark Jones believes it will be ‘curtains’ for Leinster’s European dreams if they play the Welsh region at their own game.

Thu, 19 Apr, 2018

Smiling James Lowe lights up Leinster

A game badly compromised by the absence of almost two dozen Six Nations stars was rescued by another star turn from Leinster’s James Lowe who continued to entertain long after the final whistle on Saturday afternoon.

Mon, 19 Feb, 2018

Leinster edge Scarlets in absence of Irish and Welsh stars

Leinster 20 Scarlets 13: Leinster landed a significant blow in the scramble for Guinness PRO14 play-off places on Saturday afternoon with a hard-earned and at times entertaining victory against the 2017 league champions in Ballsbridge.

Sat, 17 Feb, 2018

Samson Lee's first try in over 100 appearances claims victory for Scarlets over Ospreys

Wales prop Samson Lee scored his first try in more than 100 appearances for Scarlets to edge the reigning Guinness PRO12 champions to victory over arch-rivals Ospreys.

Sat, 07 Oct, 2017

Connacht’s brave effort falls short at Scarlets

SCARLETS 36 - CONNACHT 27: No surprise result against the Scarlets, no reversal of fortunes for Connacht yet, but they came ever so close, producing their best attacking performance this season.

Sat, 30 Sep, 2017

Scarlets survive scare from Connacht with bonus-point victory

The defending Guinness PRO14 champions were again impressive in attack, but their defence left something to be desired.

Fri, 29 Sep, 2017

Ulster v Scarlets - Guinness PRO14 Round 3

Christian Lealiifano proves the ace for Ulster

Wallaby fly-half Christian Lealiifano played the most important role since his comeback from a bone marrow transplant after he contacted Leukaemia just over 12 months ago when he helped Ulster to a dramatic victory over defending champions Scarlets.

Sat, 16 Sep, 2017

Liam Williams targets perfect Pro12 fairytale

Without silverware since 2004, Wayne Pivac’s Scarlets face Munster in the Guinness PRO12 final this afternoon with the aim of not only ending a 13-year wait for a trophy, but also giving Welsh regional rugby a much-needed shot in the arm.

Sat, 27 May, 2017

Rugby residency rules leave Scarlets boss uneasy

Scarlets boss Wayne Pivac has coached in his native New Zealand, Fiji, and now Wales and seen all sides of the argument when it comes to the rights and wrongs of rugby’s residency rules.

Fri, 12 May, 2017

Wayne Pivac backs Leinster’s Kiwi coup

Wayne Pivac knows a thing or two about Kiwi rugby players and the Scarlets coach is certain that Leinster’s capture of James Lowe is a win-win scenario for both player and club.

Wed, 10 May, 2017

Connacht farewell to Pat Lam falls flat in Galway

Connacht 8 Scarlets 30: A defence of their unforgettable PRO12 title win that began with two heavy home defeats, fizzled out with another drubbing at the Sportsground for Connacht.

Mon, 01 May, 2017

Scarlets ease past Connacht to seal PRO12 play-offs spot

Scarlets sauntered into the Guinness PRO12 play-offs with a 30-8 bonus point victory over error-strewn Connacht at the Sportsground.

Sat, 29 Apr, 2017

It all goes awry for Munster against Scarlets

Munster 21 Scarlets 30: For 40 minutes at Thomond Park last night, Munster played some of their finest rugby of the season and deservedly opened up a 15 point lead over Welsh visitors Scarlets in a truly remarkable Guinness Pro 12 encounter.

Sat, 25 Feb, 2017

Munster blow lead as Scarlets win at Thomond for first time in 14 years

Scarlets claimed the scalp of Guinness PRO12 leaders Munster with a stunning 30-21 comeback win at Thomond Park.

Fri, 24 Feb, 2017

England take first tour victory

Crusaders 7 England 38

Tue, 17 Jun, 2014