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# fiji - Wednesday 20 February, 2013

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VIDEO: 13-goal Ireland destroy Fiji in hockey

Andrew Meredith’s side secured a record win in New Delhi earlier today.

# fiji - Wednesday 6 February, 2013

From TheJournal.ie Earthquake

Five dead as 8.0 quake off Solomons sparks Pacific tsunami

Latest reports suggest that between 60 to 70 homes have been damaged by waves crashing into at least four villages on Santa Cruz Islands.

# fiji - Thursday 29 November, 2012

‘Paddy Jackson has a serious international career ahead of him’ – Paul Marshall

The Ulster out-half will soon provide Jonathan Sexton with the main threat for the Ireland 10 jersey.

# fiji - Wednesday 28 November, 2012

It’s impossible for Kidney to ignore young Ulster stars – Ian Humphreys

The London Irish out-half has predicted bright international futures for his former teammates.

From TheJournal.ie Leinster House

Oireachtas agenda: CIE debts, employment rights, abortion vote

Today’s business at Leinster House will include a debate on employment rights for immigrants of questionable working status.

# fiji - Tuesday 27 November, 2012

Back to the day job: Craig Gilroy digs in for Ravenhill revamp

And there’s *fully qualified digger operator Rory Best in the background. (*Double-check with Ulster)

# fiji - Monday 26 November, 2012

Open thread: What Ireland side should start the 6 Nations?

Declan Kidney will have big decisions to make next February.

# fiji - Friday 23 November, 2012

# fiji - Thursday 22 November, 2012

November tests: McCarthy plans to replicate Bok-bashing form

‘Annoying, frustrating counter-ruckers’. Are you sure you’ve never played Argentina before Mike?

# fiji - Wednesday 21 November, 2012

November tests: The only way is up for Foley

The Ireland forwards coach has personal experience of grinding out victories over Argentina.

Mike Ross eager to atone for scrum slip-up against Springboks

The Leinster prop proved he was human against South Africa. He will be hoping to lift expectations when he faces Argentina.

# fiji - Monday 19 November, 2012

It’s a new time for Irish rugby declares Kidney as Argentina test looms

‘It certainly makes going to work easier on Monday when you’ve got a win,’ remarked the Irish coach.

‘We needed that’: O’Callaghan hoping Ireland’s confidence carries over for Pumas clash

The second row says it has been too long since he lasted tasted victory in a green shirt.

# fiji - Sunday 18 November, 2012

Fergus McFadden hopes two-try performance will earn starting role against Pumas

The Leinster player will be pushing hard for the left wing spot when Argentina come to town.

‘They did the jersey proud’ – Heaslip praises emerging Irish stars

The captain expressed his satisfaction at shutting down the Fijians in the 53-0 win.

# fiji - Saturday 17 November, 2012

#IreFIJ: How Ireland’s new-look team rated this evening

There are plenty of reasons to be cheerful after the 53-0 win over Fiji in Limerick.

Kidney happy with selection headache after stunning displays by McFadden and Gilroy

The Ulster winger ran in three tries while his wing colleague chipped in with a double.

As it happened: Ireland v Fiji, November internationals

Ireland scored early and often against their Pacific Island visitors at Thomond Park.

November tests: Elder statesman Hurley eyes Test spot as he prepares for Fiji challenge

He may be only 28-years-old but the Munster fullback is the experienced head in the Irish backline today.

Waiting on the wings: McFadden happy to take his Irish chances where they come

The Kildare native wants a spot in the Irish centre but will settle for a starring role out right against Fiji.

Open Thread: What do you expect to learn from Ireland against Fiji tonight?

Will it be more interesting than entertaining?

# fiji - Friday 16 November, 2012

Proving ground: 3 things Ireland must show against Fiji

Declan Kidney has given the young lads an opportunity to shine in Limerick. Here’s how they can maximise their chances.

Return of the Mike: Second row McCarthy beefs up the bench for Fiji clash

The Connacht lock will be hoping to build on a man-of-the-match outing against the Springboks last week.

RIP

Former Fiji international dead at 29

Maleli Kunavore — who played his club rugby for Toulouse in France — died in hospital today.

Paddy Jackson relishing ‘special day’ as Kidney looks for Ulster man to kick on

The Ravenhill out half will be one of three new faces from Ulster on show tomorrow.

The Morning Score: Friday

The weekend starts after you read this piece.

We’re all about Fiji, says Jamie Heaslip, as Argentina await

The stand-in skipper says he only ‘glanced’ at the Pumas’ defeat of Wales last weekend.

# fiji - Thursday 15 November, 2012

‘It’s a vote of confidence in the fellas we’ve picked. They deserve their go’ – Kidney

Ireland’s head coach has picked three uncapped players for Saturday’s clash with Fiji.

# fiji - Wednesday 14 November, 2012

November tests: Cave wants to be centre of attention against Fiji

The Ulsterman’s sights are also on the number 13 jersey for the crucial tie against Argentina next weekend.

‘There’s nothing wrong with the confidence’ – Gert Smal

It’s those niggly little details that have tripped Ireland up for the past 18 months, explained the Irish coach.

# fiji - Tuesday 13 November, 2012

Be like Mike: Tuohy ready to follow the lead of magnificent McCarthy

The Ulster lock is grateful to be preparing for a game against a side outside the world’s top two.

‘I don’t see myself as a South African rugby player at all’ – Richardt Strauss

Ireland’s new hooker had a baptism of fire against his native country on Saturday and is warming to the task.

# fiji - Saturday 10 November, 2012

Match report: 7-try England overpower Fiji

Stuart Lancaster’s men outscored Fiji seven tries to two and the match was all but over as a contest at half-time with England 25-0 up.

Fiji make formal complaint over ‘injured’ Qovu

The Racing Metro lock reported himself as unfit for international duty, but subsequently lined out against Perpignan in the Top 14.

Preview: England future starts against Fiji

Stuart Lancaster believes the relatively large influx of novice talent will enable England to break the cycle of always having to rebuild a team after the end of every World Cup.

Wales and Argentina keen to build on global gains

Today’s contest will indicate how much either side has learned from recently facing the top three teams in the world and go a long way to defining their final campaign of the year.

# fiji - Friday 9 November, 2012

Fiji’s Josh Matavesi: Racing Metro paid me to skip World Cup

Munster coach Simon Mannix also revealed that “a cheque” was handed over to Fijians who turned down international call-ups.

# fiji - Thursday 8 November, 2012

JWC

Ireland Under 20s paired with New Zealand and Australia for Junior World Cup

In slightly better news, Mike Ruddock’s men will also play Fiji.

November internationals: England name strong side for Fiji clash

Tom Youngs of Leicester Tigers will make his debut while Brad Barritt and Manu Tuilagi form an inter-continental centre partnership.

# fiji - Thursday 1 November, 2012

England star Chris Ashton banned over dangerous tackle

The Sarries winger will miss the opening autumn Test match against Fiji.

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