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World Rugby to trial Hawk-Eye technology
World Rugby, the global governing body of rugby union, will trial a new Hawk-Eye system in selected games in the Pro12 European club competition from this week ahead of the possible use of the technology during the 2015 World Cup.
McIlroy reaches settlement with former management firm
World No.1 golfer Rory McIlroy has reached a settlement in his legal dispute with former management company Horizon Sports Management understood to be in excess of $20m (€17.6m).
Ireland and Afghanistan handed Cricket World Cup qualifying boost
Ireland and Afghanistan have been grouped with the International Cricket Council’s full member countries, allowing them the opportunity to qualify directly for the 2019 Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) tournament.
Six Nations chief dismisses talk of date switch
Six Nations chief executive John Feehan has said there is no prospect of the national team rugby union tournament being switched from its annual February-March slot.
All-Ireland bid unveiled for 2023 Rugby World Cup
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has formally announced its intention to submit an all-Ireland bid to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
AFL considering US expansion for International Rules series
The Australian Football League (AFL) has said it is considering expanding its International Rules series venture with the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) into the US.
Ireland to stage golf’s World Amateur Team Championships
The International Golf Federation (IGF) has awarded the 2018 World Amateur Team Championships to Ireland.
Pro12 champion Leinster set for stadium expansion
Leinster Rugby, reigning champion of the Pro12 European club rugby union competition, has unveiled plans to increase the capacity of its RDS Arena from 18,500 to 25,000.
FAI seals debt restructuring deal over Aviva Stadium
The Football Association of Ireland (FAI), the sport’s governing body in the Republic of Ireland, has secured a deal to write-off €12.5m of debt associated with the national Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
RFU chief hopeful of European resolution
Rugby Football Union chief executive Ian Ritchie has said he is optimistic that a pan-European rugby union competition can be salvaged for next season.
Ireland plans 2023 Rugby World Cup bid
Ireland intends to launch its first bid to host the entire Rugby World Cup in 2023, following its co-hosting of the event in 1991 and 1999.
EOC president joins IRB World Conference stage
European Olympic Committees (EOC) president Patrick Hickey has joined the International Rugby Board (IRB)’s speakers list for its inaugural World Rugby Conference and Exhibition.
Horizon counter-sues Rory McIlroy
Management firm Horizon has filed a counter-suit against golfer Rory McIlroy for terminating his contract over three years early to set up his own agency.
David Martin returns to IFA as deputy president
The Irish Football Association (IFA) has unanimously voted for its former treasurer David Martin to return as one of its new deputy presidents.
Limerick loses appeal for Hawk-Eye mistake
The Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) has rejected Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) team Limerick’s appeal against a Hawk-Eye error that potentially cost them a game last week through disallowed points.
GAA suspends Hawk-Eye after wrong call
The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) has suspended goal-line technology Hawk-Eye, following a wrong decision it made during a hurling game yesterday.
Irish rugby falls €26m short of target
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has revealed a loss of €26 million in projected earnings, caused by low sales of five and 10-year tickets.
Cork GAA venue set for €22m redevelopment
Cork Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) has unveiled plans for a €22 million refurbishment of Pairc Ui Chaoimh.