David Corkery breaks down the Reds' victory over Connacht and their chances of securing silverware

Reds recovered to secure the vital victory at Thomond Park against Connacht

Online trolls must not take from excellent job Sonja McLaughlan did after England lost to Wales

David Corkery looks at Ireland's display in Italy and their prospects of beating Scotland and England

It's now 30 successive losses in the competition for the hosts

Out-half nailed a crucial late conversion to secure the Reds' victory

He led his side to a famous Munster Senior League final victory over Cork Con in 1973

David Corkery on why there are no excuses for anything less than a demolition job this weekend

Joey Carbery's return has increased expectations of supporters

Reds ready to give Welsh side the Blues

Reds close in on Pro14 Grand Final as Man of Match makes his 240th appearance

Andy Farrell and his coaches should experiment in the remaining Six Nations games

Niall and Rory Scannell, Shane Daly, Liam Coombes and Alex McHenry are signed up

Andy Farrell and his management must be bold in the team selection against Italy

Irish boss backs his players to keep their focus despite losing again

Veterans Johnny Sexton and Conor Murray are out this Sunday due to injuries

Clash at the Aviva takes place this Sunday at 3pm

Age profile of the Irish squad and issues at out-half mean genuine progress is out of reach

After a loss in Wales, Six Nations campaign hangs in the balance this Sunday

Reds have the edge over Australia at Musgrave Park, becoming the first Irish province to defeat a touring side

Echo analyst doesn't believe there's any defence for out-half's misfire with the last play

Peter O'Mahony and Billy Burns made some critical errors in Cardiff

Home side held on in the latter stages as Andy Farrell's charges fell to Six Nations defeat in Cardiff

A new generation of rugby players have emerged from the Gaelic football heartland of West Cork

Paul O'Connell appointment to help fortify Ireland's line-out

Six Nations success will hinge on getting a result in Sunday's opener

IRELAND will take part in the rescheduled and new-look Women's Six Nations Championship in April.  The revised format is part of a roadmap for the team as they gear up for a qualification series for Rugby World Cup 2021.

David Corkery on JJ Hanrahan's guts in kicking the winner after a worrying display

Reds out-half came off the bench to grab a win on the road against Benetton

Reds are in Italy with a host of key players on Ireland duty

Munster are off to Italy this week but circumstances mean it'll be all business 

JANUARY 26, 30 YEARS AGOCork Constitution 9Garryowen 3On this day 30 years ago Cork Constitution became first official champions of Ireland after edging their great Munster rivals Garryowen at a packed Dooradoyle.

THE Ireland coaching group led by manager Andy Farrell have selected a squad of 36 players for the upcoming 2021 Guinness Six Nations Championships. This includes 10 Munster players and includes first a first-time call up for Craig Casey.

Reds needed to reassert their dominance over Leinster but failed to deliver

Leinster 24 Munster 20:THIS one stuck in the craw for a long time after Leinster claimed the inaugural Celtic League title back in 2001 by defeating old rivals Munster with just 14 men in the final at Lansdowne Road.

Reds last defeated their rivals in any game in Christmas 2018

Former Irish full-back and captain inspired Munster to beat the All Blacks

Champions Cup is on hold for Munster due to Covid surge

The Reds haven't won a major trophy since 2011 and are regularly beaten in derbies

Club game is under severe pressure due to player drop off between 17 and 20

Bohs were beaten 1-0 when Leesiders moved to top of the table

Head injuries in sports built on collisions are a serious threat

Former Ballincollig player is gearing up for trip to South Africa

Encouraging derby win for Reds but Champions Cup set to be put on hold

Reds took a massive step towards Pro14 final

Cork native prospered in Sevens format with Ireland

Reds secured a late try through Darren Sweetnam

SOMETHING has to give on Saturday evening at the Kingspan Stadium in Belfast when Pro14 Conference A leaders Ulster and Conference B leaders Munster both put their 100% records on the line.

Reds need to keep up momentum in Pro14 clash with Ulster

Reliance on Sexton at out-half remains a major concern