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Tag: International rugby

  • Who has been Ireland rugby captain

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    Ireland has had many rugby captains throughout its history, with notable recent captains including Johnny Sexton (2015-2022), Rory Best (2018-2019), and current captain Peter O'Mahony. Earlier captains include Brian O'Driscoll (2003-2014), Keith Wood, and many others dating back to the sport's origins in Ireland during the 1870s.

  • Ireland rugby position battle fly-half versus out-half

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    Fly-half and out-half are the same position in rugby, both referring to the number 10 jersey. There is no position battle between them as the terms are synonymous, with "fly-half" used predominantly in Northern Hemisphere rugby (including Ireland) and "out-half" being the alternative Irish terminology for the same playmaking role.

  • Ireland versus New Zealand All Blacks head-to-head record

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    Ireland has won 7 matches against New Zealand in their all-time head-to-head record, with the All Blacks winning 33 matches and 1 draw from their 41 meetings. New Zealand has historically dominated the fixture, though Ireland achieved a historic 16-9 victory in Dublin in November 2018, their first win against the All Blacks at home.

  • Most tries scored for Ireland rugby all time

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    Brian O'Driscoll holds the record for most tries scored for Ireland with 46 tries in 133 international appearances between 2000 and 2014. He remains the leading try scorer in Irish rugby history by a significant margin.

  • What position does this Ireland player play

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    I'd be happy to help, but you haven't specified which Ireland player you're asking about. Please provide the player's name so I can tell you their position. Once you do, I'll give you an immediate answer about whether they play as a forward, back, or their specific position.

  • Ireland vs All Blacks head-to-head record history

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    Ireland has won 7 matches against New Zealand out of 35 meetings, with the All Blacks dominant historically. New Zealand leads the head-to-head record with 26 wins and 2 draws, though Ireland has improved significantly in recent decades, including a memorable 16-9 victory in Dublin in 2018.

  • How many Six Nations Grand Slams has Ireland won all time

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    Ireland has won three Six Nations Grand Slams in total, achieved in 2009, 2018, and 2023. The 2009 Grand Slam was particularly memorable as it completed Ireland's first Grand Slam in 61 years under coach Declan Kidney.

  • Ireland Rugby World Cup performance history and results

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    Ireland has reached the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals five times (1987, 1991, 2003, 2011, 2015) but has never won the tournament or reached the final. Their best performances came in 2003 and 2015 when they reached the quarterfinals, losing to Australia and Argentina respectively. Ireland qualified for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France as…

  • Who captains Ireland rugby

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    Peter O'Mahony captains the Ireland rugby team. The Munster flanker was appointed captain in 2022 and has led Ireland through multiple Six Nations tournaments and international fixtures. He is known for his leadership qualities and experience in international rugby.

  • Ireland Six Nations wins and championship records throughout history

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    Ireland has won the Six Nations Championship 4 times outright (1985, 2009, 2015, 2018) and shared it twice (1948, 1973), with their Grand Slam victories occurring in 2009 and 2018. Their best recent performance was three consecutive Championship wins from 2014-2015. Ireland also holds the record for consecutive Six Nations wins at home and has…