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Keith Earls

Ireland great Keith Earls going out on his own terms as he announces retirement

Keith Earls has announced his retirement from rugby following a 16-year professional career with Munster and Ireland.

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'You're still the best dad' - Heartwarming moment between Johnny Sexton and son

The son of Johnny Sexton, Luca, was seen trying to comfort his father after Ireland once again exited the Rugby World Cup at the quarter-final stage.

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Johnny Sexton looks back on career following Ireland's heartbreaking World Cup exit

Teary-eyed Ireland captain Johnny Sexton reflected on a "gutting" end to his glittering career following a heartbreaking World Cup exit at the hands of New Zealand.

Aaron Smith

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand beat Ireland in titanic quarter-final battle

New Zealand defended a late surge from Ireland to secure their place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a 28-24 victory at Stade de France on Saturday.

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Mack Hansen fit as Ireland name side for World Cup quarter-final against All Blacks

Mack Hansen has been included in an unchanged Ireland starting XV for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand in Paris.

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Aaron Smith warns Ireland that All Blacks are a different beast to last year

Scrumhalf Aaron Smith insists New Zealand are a completely different team to the one defeated by Ireland in 2022 ahead of a mouth-watering World Cup quarter-final.

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