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  • Ireland rugby Six Nations wins by year

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    Ireland has won the Six Nations Championship 3 times: 1985, 2009, and 2015. They have also won the Grand Slam (defeating all five opponents) twice, in 2009 and 2018, though the 2018 win was technically a Championship rather than the Six Nations title itself. Ireland finished as runners-up multiple times throughout their Six Nations history.

  • Connacht Rugby rise to professional rugby

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    Connacht Rugby turned professional in 1996 when they joined the Irish provincial rugby system as a professional entity, competing in the All-Ireland League and later the Interprovincial Championship. Their rise accelerated following Connacht's entry into the Celtic League in 2003, which provided access to higher-level competition and significantly improved their playing standards and infrastructure over…

  • Ulster Rugby Pro14 titles history

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    Ulster Rugby has won the Pro14 title once, claiming the championship in the 1998-99 season. They have also reached multiple semi-finals and competed consistently in the competition since its inception, though they have not won the title again since their sole victory nearly 25 years ago.

  • Brian O’Driscoll try-scoring records Ireland

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    Brian O'Driscoll scored 46 tries for Ireland across 133 caps, making him Ireland's all-time leading try-scorer in test rugby. He holds the record for most tries in Six Nations championship history with 26 tries. His try-scoring prowess during his 18-year international career established him as one of rugby's greatest centres.

  • Ulster rugby provincial championship history

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    Ulster Rugby has won the Irish provincial championship 27 times, most recently in 2006, with their first title coming in 1927. The province has been a dominant force in Irish rugby, competing in the Ulster Senior League and later the All-Ireland League since its establishment. Ulster remains one of Ireland's four professional provinces under the…

  • Munster vs Leinster biggest rivalries in rugby

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    Munster vs Leinster is one of rugby's greatest rivalries, featuring two of Ireland's most successful provinces with a fierce competitive history spanning decades. The interprovincial clash showcases intense competition for domestic supremacy and player development, with both provinces competing in the United Rugby Championship and European competitions.

  • How many Rugby World Cups has Ireland qualified for

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    Ireland has qualified for every Rugby World Cup since the tournament began in 1987, competing in all 10 editions through 2023. They have never failed to qualify for the tournament.

  • Brian O’Driscoll career statistics and legacy

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    Brian O'Driscoll won 133 caps for Ireland, scoring 46 tries, and captained the team for 36 matches while leading them to the 2009 Grand Slam. He played 141 tests for the British & Irish Lions across four tours, becoming a global rugby icon known for his attacking brilliance and leadership. His legacy established him as…

  • How many times has Ireland won the Rugby World Cup

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    Ireland has never won the Rugby World Cup. The country's best performance was reaching the quarter-finals multiple times, most recently in 2023 when they were knocked out by New Zealand.

  • Ireland Six Nations Grand Slams history

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    Ireland has won three Six Nations Grand Slams in 2009, 2018, and 2023. The 2009 Grand Slam under Declan Kidney was particularly notable as it ended a 61-year drought since their previous Grand Slam in 1948. The 2023 Grand Slam, led by Andy Farrell, was their most recent achievement in the championship.