From territory and phase count to scrum dominance and red-zone efficiency, the season's numbers reveal the strengths, weaknesses and winning formula for both URC finalists.
After an unprecedented war between a participating country and the host nation, Iran opened its campaign in a charged atmosphere with adoring fans, banned flags and players speaking out, writes Andrew Beaton, The Wall Street Journal.
The Paralympic gold medallist shares how years of relentless pressure damaged her mental health, and why creating environments where people can admit they are struggling is essential in both sport and business.
The game has exploded from a pub pastime into a global sport as it grows in broadcast reach and finds a younger fanbase. Ireland’s amateur game is growing too and a volunteer-led movement is battling to secure State funding to keep darts growing at the grassroots level.
Arsenal and Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke, ‘Silent Stan,’ explains in a rare interview why his teams can’t stop winning, write Andrew Beaton and Joshua Robinson, The Wall Street Journal.
After becoming just the sixth man to complete golf’s career grand slam, the 36-year-old from Northern Ireland is hoping he can spark another run of major titles—starting with a second green jacket., writes Andrew Beaton, The Wall Street Journal.
Rory McIlroy’s successes have been interspersed with periods of poor play. His greatness stems from his ability to fight through adversity, writes John Paul Newport, The Wall Street Journal.
Dion Fanning talks to Dave Hannigan about his new book We Need to Talk About Roy and what Keane’s life tells us about Ireland.
Twickenham answered lots of questions about this team, and the reaction of the coaching staff showed it. It was Ireland's recalibration. Now comes the test of whether they can sustain it.
Remember when Ireland were the side that thrived in chaos? When the pace lifted, we got sharper. Now, when it speeds up, we’re the ones making the mistakes.
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