Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray was promoting MaxiNutrition today in Portmarnock. Source: Dan Sheridan/INPHO
HomeIreland suffered their first defeat of the Cricket World Cup against a dominant and ruthless South Africa.
Paul Galvin has made a dramatic comeback to the Kerry senior football squad.There were big schools rugby wins for Belvedere College and Ardscoil Rís.Ulster’s Andrew Trimble signed a new two-year IRFU contract.A venue and date were confirmed for the Fitzgibbon Cup final replay between WIT and UL.Connacht have been boosted ahead of Friday’s visit to Cardiff Blues, with Mils Muliaina and Darragh Leader both available for selection.
Ireland’s cricketers endured a rough day in Canberra. Source: Rob Griffith
AwayEngland winger Adam Johnson has been released on police bail following his arrest on suspicion of sexual activity with a girl under the age of 16.
France lock Pascal Papé has failed in his bid to have his 10-week suspension reduced, after striking Jamie Heaslip with his knee.Manuel Pellegrini has rubbished speculation that his job as Manchester City manager will be under threat if he fails to deliver silverware this season.Saracens have signed Italian back-row Samuela Vunisa and Rene Ranger will return to New Zealand later this year from Montpellier.Rugby League star Jarryd Hayne has signed a deal with the San Francisco 49ers.
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Things didn’t go well for outgoing Daily Show host Jon Stewart when he crossed paths with Seth Rollins during a surprise WWE appearance.
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With Ireland two wins away from a Grand Slam, they’re keeping a close eye on Joe Schmidt’s men in New Zealand.
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