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John Coughlan has gone from playing in the AIL to being one of the first names on the Munster team sheet in the last few years; Sean O'Brien through the club system as well, albeit at a younger age. Most academy players will also play in the AIL and B&I cup...

Did he improve much after his spell with Connacht? I seem to remember some people telling me that he would make it (years ago at this stage), for Ireland nonetheless, even though what limited viewing I ever got of him seemed to suggest otherwise. Just wondering really if he could be a bit of a...

Hi, I know it's a bit late for this, but my attention was directed to this just a short while ago; while I don't see it happening, if any Munster fans from here are at the match I'd encourage you to try and be a part of this it seems kind of cool (copied from another site!)...

I was not trying to start an argument, I just pointed out that I have reservations about his defence and were the Lions team to be picked today or tomorrow, or anytime soon for that matter, I'd be worried about his defence, especially, against the likes of some of the Australian backline. But as...

One test doesn't make you a proven International, in the one chance he has had so far he excelled, fair play to him. He has indeed looked very good for Ulster, potentially even a pivotal player for both province and country; but he is, in no way shape or form, a proven international test winger...

Hmmm... from Ireland, I guess, Felix Jones, with a return to form he could catch people by surprise. Gilroy, although he is a bit dodgy in defence and not proven at international level yet. Ian Henderson. Just to go left field as f**k Michael Bent- Irelands newest tighthead sensation, and JJ...

As far as I'm aware the decision is made by watching test matches only and points are assigned to the best three players in each game, from the 6N through to the AI's; which leads me to assume that kicking your team to victory would place you fairly high up on the influence charts, hence...

O'Connell is now out for the SA game, his back seems to be playing up: http://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/sport/oconnell-ruled-out-of-south-africa-game-573363.html

Absoultely devestating news. My best intentions go out to all of his family. RIP

I agree in part, but trust me here, in certain quarters the IRFU are far more damaging than Kidney... they have far too much input into selection and tactics!

I've just put this in the international thread, but it also broaches on broader topics within Irish rugby; should provide a decent level of discussion (a lot of it isn't that enlightening, or good, but some of it is interesting)...

Believe it or not he's actually Irish qualified... I'd also heard that he wasn't a great scrummager.

Earls can also cover fullback, from where he is a cracking strike runner.

Was it Lamberton? Chester Lamberton or something like that...

While you make mention of Ferris having no cartilage in his knee, have you not stopped to think that SOB may be heading down a similar route with regards injuries and that his longevity may to be called into question in the future, no? I personally think that there is more to it than meets the...

True, he was quite good around the park. His scrummaging let him (and Timmy) down big time. Although I'm not sure as to whether or not it has improved much since he left Munster.

Yes a massive difference; O'Connell and Ferris are absolute warriors and with due respect to McLaughlin and O'Mahoney both were found to be off the pace at this level yesterday. We had some fight yesterday, which guys like Healey and Ryan showed, but Poc and Ferris would have brought a hell of a...

In Munster: David Kilcoyne looks like he could have a bit of potential, but its hard to say after only a handful of games. John Ryan seems to be highly rated, I remember B-J talking about how he was brought along on the HC trips to give him an insight into what the mentality was like, I think...

New Zealand: 15-Israel Dagg; 14-Ben Smith, 13-Conrad Smith, 12-Sonny Bill Williams, 11-Hosea Gear; 10-Aaron Cruden, 9-Aaron Smith; 8-Richie McCaw (captain), 7-Sam Cane, 6-Liam Messam, 5-Sam Whitelock, 4-Luke Romano, 3-Owen Franks, 2-Andrew Hore, 1-Tony Woodcock Replacements: 16-Keven Mealamu...

Converting from scrumhalf is, unfortunately, easier. But, I actually did play scrumhalf a few times when I was about 13/14, so I don't really remember that much of the specifics per say, but I'll offer a few, admittedly poor tips. Also no matter what you will become some supporters pet hate, if...