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The history of the trophy everyone wants to lift at #RWC2019

The silver gilt cup was made in 1906, a copy of an 18th century original, and was stored in a vault at London jewellers Garrard’s until it was chosen as the trophy for the inaugural Rugby World Cup in 1987.

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George Hook gives his view after David Corkery reveals women's rugby 'bothers' him

The tall tale of how the Irish really invented rugby

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A tribute to Jonah Lomu: 1975-2015

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Clonmel RFC blow as Irish team axe trip

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Seven Baftas for 'The Artist'

Silence is golden for The Artist at Baftas

Silent film The Artist made a big noise at the Bafta film awards last night winning seven awards including Best Film, Leading Actor and Best Director.

Mon, 13 Feb, 2012

‘The Artist’ takes seven BAFTA awards

Silent film ‘The Artist’ made a big noise at the BAFTA film awards tonight winning seven awards including Best Film, Leading Actor and Best Director.

Sun, 12 Feb, 2012

Fallen giants leave Ireland a poorer nation for 2011

THE Guardian’s elegant columnist Frank Keating had a typically sharp piece in his newspaper last week, a simple concept butexecuted with precision and wit.

Mon, 27 Dec, 2010

World Cup winners given freedom of Rugby

Rugby came home today when England’s World Cup winners received the freedom of the town where the game was born.

Mon, 03 May, 2004

Leagues Apart

With the IRFU’s All-Ireland League barely alive, attempts by Rugby League to foster a relationship here have met with a frosty reception from Landsdown Road. Brendan O’Brien investigates.

Wed, 18 Feb, 2004

O’Gara still hitting the sweet spots

THERE were many pleasing aspects to Munster’s victory over Benetton Treviso at the week-end, most especially the passing and distribution of out-half Ronan O’Gara.

Tue, 16 Dec, 2003

Munster make their point

GLOUCESTER top Pool 5, but Munster have every reason to feel they are in pole position following the first exchanges in the Heineken European Cup campaign over the weekend.

Mon, 08 Dec, 2003

Rugby: Points against drop goals

WHEN JONNY Wilkinson kicked his third drop goal in less than an hour during the World Cup semi-final win over France, English fans began dancing in the rain.

Tue, 18 Nov, 2003

Wallabies will field strongest team for every match, says Jones

CHAMPIONS Australia plan to play their strongest team in every match at the World Cup, according to coach Eddie Jones.

Fri, 03 Oct, 2003