Have do say… the whole Bundee Aki situation doesn’t sit well with me.
Firstly, Bundee was wrong, wrong, wrong. He deserves the ban he has received.
Having said that the IRFU’s treatment of the situation is also wrong imho
Firstly, Bundee was wrong, wrong, wrong. He deserves the ban he has received.
Having said that the IRFU’s treatment of the situation is also wrong imho
January 29, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Have do say… the whole Bundee Aki situation doesn’t sit well with me.
Firstly, Bundee was wrong, wrong, wrong. He deserves the ban he has received.
Having said that the IRFU’s treatment of the situation is also wrong imho
Firstly, Bundee was wrong, wrong, wrong. He deserves the ban he has received.
Having said that the IRFU’s treatment of the situation is also wrong imho
Generally try to be positive about Irish rugby, but any optimism would be truly tested this year!
We’re seeing some of our best fade before our eyes, but that’s fine because there are green shoots to cling onto…
Like… Paddy McCarthy, arguably Irish player of the season done for the year 😢….
We’re seeing some of our best fade before our eyes, but that’s fine because there are green shoots to cling onto…
Like… Paddy McCarthy, arguably Irish player of the season done for the year 😢….
January 28, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Generally try to be positive about Irish rugby, but any optimism would be truly tested this year!
We’re seeing some of our best fade before our eyes, but that’s fine because there are green shoots to cling onto…
Like… Paddy McCarthy, arguably Irish player of the season done for the year 😢….
We’re seeing some of our best fade before our eyes, but that’s fine because there are green shoots to cling onto…
Like… Paddy McCarthy, arguably Irish player of the season done for the year 😢….
20 year old, loosehead, Billy Bohan made his first ever pro start this day 2 weeks ago. Now he’s in the Irish squad for the 6 Nations
January 25, 2026 at 4:35 PM
20 year old, loosehead, Billy Bohan made his first ever pro start this day 2 weeks ago. Now he’s in the Irish squad for the 6 Nations
Couple of senior Munster players and a short term signing who need to take a long hard look in the mirror…
January 23, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Couple of senior Munster players and a short term signing who need to take a long hard look in the mirror…
What’s par and what’s good for Ireland in the 6N?
Given injuries, the standard of our squad, I guess 3 wins (with competitive defeats is par), 4 wins is good?
Given injuries, the standard of our squad, I guess 3 wins (with competitive defeats is par), 4 wins is good?
January 23, 2026 at 1:51 PM
What’s par and what’s good for Ireland in the 6N?
Given injuries, the standard of our squad, I guess 3 wins (with competitive defeats is par), 4 wins is good?
Given injuries, the standard of our squad, I guess 3 wins (with competitive defeats is par), 4 wins is good?
Really sorry Osprey’s and Welsh fans, really awful.
January 22, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Really sorry Osprey’s and Welsh fans, really awful.
Please stop reposting nonsense from that man, people left X for here specifically to get away from this nonsense…
January 21, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Please stop reposting nonsense from that man, people left X for here specifically to get away from this nonsense…
We’ve had Blue Monday this week, get ready for Blue Wednesday with the Irish 6N squad… Really hope that all of Stewart, Edogbo, Izuchukwu, Doak & Z Ward get the nod they deserve it, and then Postlethwaite, Kenny & either B Ward/B Gleeson as training panellists. Bags of potential in that group.
January 20, 2026 at 11:10 AM
We’ve had Blue Monday this week, get ready for Blue Wednesday with the Irish 6N squad… Really hope that all of Stewart, Edogbo, Izuchukwu, Doak & Z Ward get the nod they deserve it, and then Postlethwaite, Kenny & either B Ward/B Gleeson as training panellists. Bags of potential in that group.
Just let Ulster represent Ireland in the 6N
January 17, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Just let Ulster represent Ireland in the 6N
Do Leinster look like a well coached team with a good plan to you?
January 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Do Leinster look like a well coached team with a good plan to you?
For no particular reason I find myself reminiscing on that interview that Rassie gave where he repeatedly denied he was leaving Munster for South Africa. That would never happen again, would it?
January 14, 2026 at 9:38 PM
For no particular reason I find myself reminiscing on that interview that Rassie gave where he repeatedly denied he was leaving Munster for South Africa. That would never happen again, would it?
Is social media ready for JJ Kenny to be in the Irish squad later this week?
Cause it’s coming…
Cause it’s coming…
January 12, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Is social media ready for JJ Kenny to be in the Irish squad later this week?
Cause it’s coming…
Cause it’s coming…
LAR butchered a number of try scoring opportunities, so plenty of responsibility on the players…
That said, Leinster had their at best 6th choice FB on the pitch for 68mins, a rookie who has never played the position before… LAR didn’t test him once, that’s pretty shocking coaching
That said, Leinster had their at best 6th choice FB on the pitch for 68mins, a rookie who has never played the position before… LAR didn’t test him once, that’s pretty shocking coaching
January 10, 2026 at 9:37 PM
LAR butchered a number of try scoring opportunities, so plenty of responsibility on the players…
That said, Leinster had their at best 6th choice FB on the pitch for 68mins, a rookie who has never played the position before… LAR didn’t test him once, that’s pretty shocking coaching
That said, Leinster had their at best 6th choice FB on the pitch for 68mins, a rookie who has never played the position before… LAR didn’t test him once, that’s pretty shocking coaching
Which Tight Heads will be in the Irish squad for the 6N?
Incumbents: Furlong, Bealham, Clarkson
Contenders: O’Toole
Outsiders: Wilson,
Not considered: Jager
Incumbents: Furlong, Bealham, Clarkson
Contenders: O’Toole
Outsiders: Wilson,
Not considered: Jager
January 7, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Which Tight Heads will be in the Irish squad for the 6N?
Incumbents: Furlong, Bealham, Clarkson
Contenders: O’Toole
Outsiders: Wilson,
Not considered: Jager
Incumbents: Furlong, Bealham, Clarkson
Contenders: O’Toole
Outsiders: Wilson,
Not considered: Jager
Who will get selected at Hooker in the 6N?
Incumbents: Sheehan, Kelleher, G McCarthy
Contenders: Stewart, D Barron
Outsiders: L Barron, Heffernan
Incumbents: Sheehan, Kelleher, G McCarthy
Contenders: Stewart, D Barron
Outsiders: L Barron, Heffernan
January 6, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Who will get selected at Hooker in the 6N?
Incumbents: Sheehan, Kelleher, G McCarthy
Contenders: Stewart, D Barron
Outsiders: L Barron, Heffernan
Incumbents: Sheehan, Kelleher, G McCarthy
Contenders: Stewart, D Barron
Outsiders: L Barron, Heffernan
Trying to look at the likely Ireland 6N squad, from a data & facts point of view, as opposed to the annual nonsense claims of “form” to complain when someone’s favourite player is left out….
January 5, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Trying to look at the likely Ireland 6N squad, from a data & facts point of view, as opposed to the annual nonsense claims of “form” to complain when someone’s favourite player is left out….
Record win for Ulster over Munster at Ravenhill, a couple of lads who won’t be playing for McMillen for a long time I’d say. Fair play to Ulster, the future is bright.
January 2, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Record win for Ulster over Munster at Ravenhill, a couple of lads who won’t be playing for McMillen for a long time I’d say. Fair play to Ulster, the future is bright.
No issue with the player or the writing, Caolan’s stuff is always interesting.
But such a lovely illustration of where we’re at to start the year. 7 players that Farrell HAS TO play this year, arguably one is starting for their club, but they should just leap over the guy ahead of them?
But such a lovely illustration of where we’re at to start the year. 7 players that Farrell HAS TO play this year, arguably one is starting for their club, but they should just leap over the guy ahead of them?
New Article ✍️ 2026 New Cap Predictions ☘️
Yes it’s a Munster-Ulster centric list, but with four games against Tier 1.5 sides; surely there’s scope for these lads to wear green? 👀
Enjoy! 🏉
Yes it’s a Munster-Ulster centric list, but with four games against Tier 1.5 sides; surely there’s scope for these lads to wear green? 👀
Enjoy! 🏉
7 Uncapped Irish Rugby Players That Andy Farrell HAS TO Cap in 2026 | Balls.ie
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January 1, 2026 at 10:40 AM
No issue with the player or the writing, Caolan’s stuff is always interesting.
But such a lovely illustration of where we’re at to start the year. 7 players that Farrell HAS TO play this year, arguably one is starting for their club, but they should just leap over the guy ahead of them?
But such a lovely illustration of where we’re at to start the year. 7 players that Farrell HAS TO play this year, arguably one is starting for their club, but they should just leap over the guy ahead of them?
In rugby, fans & media critique everything… player performance, tactics, attendances, social media posts, press conference performance, squad selection, captain’s communication and on and on…
But it’s taboo to critique (not abuse) the most consequential participant, the referee, it’s very weird.
But it’s taboo to critique (not abuse) the most consequential participant, the referee, it’s very weird.
December 28, 2025 at 11:08 AM
In rugby, fans & media critique everything… player performance, tactics, attendances, social media posts, press conference performance, squad selection, captain’s communication and on and on…
But it’s taboo to critique (not abuse) the most consequential participant, the referee, it’s very weird.
But it’s taboo to critique (not abuse) the most consequential participant, the referee, it’s very weird.
Cullen asking Zebo is he’s a Leinster supporter now, given the Munster team is stacked with Leinster players, was a nice close to proceeding 😂
Loved the 1st half of that game, the 2nd was very unserious, can’t be letting a rookie ref a game like that.
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
December 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Cullen asking Zebo is he’s a Leinster supporter now, given the Munster team is stacked with Leinster players, was a nice close to proceeding 😂
Loved the 1st half of that game, the 2nd was very unserious, can’t be letting a rookie ref a game like that.
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
December 27, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Loved the 1st half of that game, the 2nd was very unserious, can’t be letting a rookie ref a game like that.
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
Some really good players performances, some clangers. Very important result for Leinster
Remarkable how many Leinster fans will say Frawley can’t play 10 because of X flaw in his game, some legitimate criticism, some nonsense… I mean do they actually watch the 10 play they are getting at the moment, no flaws there then? 🤪
December 22, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Remarkable how many Leinster fans will say Frawley can’t play 10 because of X flaw in his game, some legitimate criticism, some nonsense… I mean do they actually watch the 10 play they are getting at the moment, no flaws there then? 🤪
Really enjoyed that game, McCarthy Bros wrecked Ulster in the 2nd half.
Tom Stewart deserves a spot in the 6N squad imho, so much better than Gus McCarthy tonight
Tom Stewart deserves a spot in the 6N squad imho, so much better than Gus McCarthy tonight
December 19, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Really enjoyed that game, McCarthy Bros wrecked Ulster in the 2nd half.
Tom Stewart deserves a spot in the 6N squad imho, so much better than Gus McCarthy tonight
Tom Stewart deserves a spot in the 6N squad imho, so much better than Gus McCarthy tonight
This Leinster team have AT MOST 20 big games left in them… the team will change significantly after the ‘27 WC. 9 players Porter, Furlong, Ryan, VDF, Conan, JGP, Henshaw, Ringrose & Lowe will either retire or won’t have their central deals renewed. A couple might stay on.
December 18, 2025 at 9:15 AM
This Leinster team have AT MOST 20 big games left in them… the team will change significantly after the ‘27 WC. 9 players Porter, Furlong, Ryan, VDF, Conan, JGP, Henshaw, Ringrose & Lowe will either retire or won’t have their central deals renewed. A couple might stay on.
So much chat about the impact of rule changes on the game as a whole, so I looked at URC data pre-World Cup, versus 2025 to understand how exactly the game has changed… 🧵
December 16, 2025 at 1:10 PM
So much chat about the impact of rule changes on the game as a whole, so I looked at URC data pre-World Cup, versus 2025 to understand how exactly the game has changed… 🧵