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Wales v Ireland head to head ratings as Gatland's men measure up to world's best

It's a major test for Warren Gatland's players as they open their Six Nations campaign

Wales Online

Josh Van Der Flier hoping inspirational chats with rugby greats can drive him on

Flanker Van Der Flier capped a standout 12 months by claiming the ultimate individual prize at Sunday evening’s World Rugby awards

Irish Mirror

Ireland’s Josh Van Der Flier determined to prolong award-winning form

The 29-year-old started all 11 of Ireland’s Tests in 2022, scoring four tries.

The Independent UK

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Today's rugby news as Marcus Smith act leaves ex-England international stunned and Australia decimated for Wales game

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Wales Online

Josh van der Flier named World Rugby player of the Year

The 29-year-old has enjoyed an outstanding year in which he helped Ireland claim a historic first Test series win in New Zealand and take top spot in the world rankings

Irish Mirror

Josh van der Flier named world player of the year

New Zealand’s Ruahei Demant won the women’s award at World Rugby’s annual awards.

The Independent UK

Van der Flier using 'God's gift' to conquer rugby world

Paris (AFP) - World Rugby Player of the Year Josh van der Flier is fondly known at Leinster as 'The Dutch Disciple' due to the Irish flanker's strong faith.

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Van der Flier, Demant named World Rugby Players of the Year

Monaco (AFP) - Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier was named men's World Rugby Player of the Year on Sunday after helping his country to a first series away win in New Zealand and to the top of the global rankings.

AFP

Johnny Sexton returns from injury for Ireland against Australia

Ireland round out their autumn programme against Australia on Saturday evening

The Independent UK

Johnny Sexton and Josh van der Flier nominated for world player of the year

The Ireland pair are on a four-man shortlist for the men’s award.

The Independent UK

Peter O'Mahony's 'F-bomb' leaves Virgin Media commentator scrambling to apologise

The commentator had to apologise for any offence caused

Irish Mirror

Andy Farrell praises Ireland's character after taking South Africa scalp

Skipper Sexton admitted the 19-16 victory over the reigning world champions was "right up there" in terms of career achievements

Irish Mirror

Ireland withstand injuries to defeat South Africa in tense Dublin Test

Mack Hansen scored a scintillating try as Ireland shrugged off a host of injury setbacks to cement their status as rugby's top-ranked nation by holding on for a tense 19-16 win over world champions South Africa.

Evening Standard

Josh van der Flier plays down try scoring exploits as Ireland defeat South Africa

van der Flier was to the fore for Ireland in a fantastic display which earned him the Player of the Match award

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The Independent UK

Ireland shrug off injury setbacks to dig in for tense win over South Africa

A pulsating Dublin Test match was lit up by Mack Hansen’s try in the second half

Irish Mirror

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Josh van der Flier and Neve Jones claim Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Player of the Year awards

The Ireland men’s team was named the Dave Guiney Team of the Year in recognition of their historic series win over New Zealand during their summer tour

Irish Mirror

Leinster battle horrendous conditions to grind out win over Connacht

Leinster continued their 100% start to the season with a 10-0 victory.

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'Once he starts talking everyone goes silent and listens' - Sean O'Brien's impactful Leinster return

Josh van der Flier says that the Tullow Tank has real authority around the Blues' set-up

Wales Online

Sunday rugby news as top pundit hits out over South Africa entry into European Cup and warns they'll join Seven Nations

Your rugby bulletin for Wales and beyond on Sunday May 29

Irish Mirror

Champions Cup final head to heads ahead of the showdown between Leinster and La Rochelle

Johnny Sexton, Andrew Porter and Josh van der Flier match-ups could be pivotal to the Blues' hopes in Marseille

The Guardian - UK

Champions Cup win would put Van der Flier on pole for European award

Victory in Saturday’s final could see Leinster flanker emerge above favourite Grégory Aldritt for Player of the Year award

Irish Mirror

Inside Irish Rugby awards bash as Josh van der Flier and Sam Monaghan scoop POTY honours

The Clayton Hotel was the venue as Ireland's best rugby players got dolled up for a change

Irish Mirror

Josh van der Flier and Sam Monaghan claim top prizes at Rugby Players Ireland awards bash

Caelan Doris and Eve Higgins picked up best try gongs on the night

Irish Mirror

Taking away Connacht's belief is key for Leinster, says Josh van der Flier

The Ireland flanker says his team must be aware of what this win or bust Euro tie means to the westerners and their supporters

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