Mike Ross
# mike-ross - Today’s News
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Say no to gnomes this summer with IKEA garden furniture.
# mike-ross - Yesterday’s News
We’ve lost the last 3 Pro12 finals but are determined to beat Ulster – Mike Ross
Ospreys (twice) and Munster have pipped Leinster at the post in the last three seasons.
# mike-ross - Thursday 28 March, 2013
Super sleuth Donncha O’Callaghan solves the mystery of Peter Stringer’s disappearance
You all thought Strings was in Bath, didn’t you?
# mike-ross - Tuesday 26 March, 2013
Tom Court: International rugby is a microscope 24/7, now players can relax
As the Six Nations fades out of view, Ireland’s top two Pro12 contenders are on a collision course this Saturday.
# mike-ross - Tuesday 5 March, 2013
France have a €1m scrummaging machine but we’ve got pride… and Cian Healy
Mike Ross feels the return of his fellow Leinster prop is vital to Ireland’s victory hopes.
# mike-ross - Monday 11 February, 2013
Players’ reaction: 6 Nations Championship still wide open, insists Kearney
Mike Ross added that he was expecting “a long week in the video room” following yesterday’s match.
# mike-ross - Thursday 31 January, 2013
So this is what an IRFU contract looks like
Cian Healy slept soundly last night after signing up with Leinster and Ireland until 2016… the future.
# mike-ross - Wednesday 30 January, 2013
Close them aul’ floodgates again — Healy and Ross sign new Leinster deals
The two lads will continue their front-row double act for another few seasons (at least).
Michael Bent fails his audition as 10-minute wonder gets the nod
Ireland coach Declan Kidney revealed that the New Zealander’s rough outing in Galway did him no favours.
# mike-ross - Monday 28 January, 2013
Mike Ross: Wounded Wales are at their most dangerous
Despite injuries crippling the champions’ pack, Ireland’s prop warns that Welsh players can ‘suddenly become a legend.’
# mike-ross - Thursday 13 December, 2012
McCarthy is not the only Connacht player to express an interest to come to Leinster – Schmidt
The row over Mike McCarthy’s switch to Leinster shows no signs of going away.
# mike-ross - Wednesday 12 December, 2012
Ross: Leinster re-emerging from ‘dark place’ for second swing at Clermont
If Leinster lose they’re out. That’s how the prop is approaching this painful week.
# mike-ross - Saturday 24 November, 2012
3 things we learned from Ireland’s trouncing of Argentina
Did anybody see a 46-24 win coming? Time to work out how to replicate it.
As it happened: Ireland v Argentina, November Tests
We were live from the Aviva Stadium as Ireland hoped to kick-start the international season as the Pumas ended theirs.
November tests: Sexton backs ‘terrifying’ winger Gilroy to jolt Argentina
The out-half has declared himself fully fit and ready to visit another Aviva defeat on the Pumas.
Devil in the detail: Ireland up against new look Pumas this afternoon
Argentina have no trouble scoring tries these days after stepping up to meet improved opposition.
# mike-ross - Friday 23 November, 2012
‘I don’t feel it’: Leguizamon driven by Puma pride, not green eyes
“We know that we failed against France.” says the back row hoping to atone this weekend.
Don’t touch that dial… here’s the sport on TV this weekend
The Argies are in town, Chelsea v Man City and plenty more besides. Who needs friends?
Old friends: 5 games that define Ireland’s rivalry with Argentina
Even if the rugby hasn’t always been top drawer, these battles are never anything short of fascinating.
# mike-ross - Thursday 22 November, 2012
Computer says yes: Declan Kidney reckons Pumas will check out new guy Gilroy online
There won’t be any surprises for Argentina this weekend.
‘It’s just another game for us’ says stand-in skipper Jamie Heaslip ahead of Pumas showdown
Don’t worry, Ireland. They got this.
Ayerza hoping to end landmark year on high
The Leicester prop is confident that a decent Argentinian performance this week, will bring a first ever win in Dublin.
# mike-ross - 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.
Due south: Carizza happy to wander for ‘club’ Argentina
After seven years in France, the second row has had to pack his bags to continue playing for the Pumas.
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.
The Morning Score: Wednesday
All you need to know this morning including how to execute bad sportsmanship.
# mike-ross - Tuesday 20 November, 2012
‘I’m sure we’re going to hop off each other at the weekend’ – Keith Earls
Replacing the world-class Brian O’Driscoll may prove impossible but a starring role against Argentina won’t go astray.
November tests: Sexton misses training but back row set to stay intact
The Irish out-half may not train until Thursday morning.
In pictures: Ireland’s rugby squad train ahead of Argentina clash
Declan Kidney ran the rule over his side at the team’s base in Carton House, Co Kildare earlier.
# mike-ross - Saturday 17 November, 2012
As it happened: Ireland v Fiji, November internationals
Ireland scored early and often against their Pacific Island visitors at Thomond Park.
# mike-ross - Saturday 10 November, 2012
Match report: Ireland v South Africa
Declan Kidney’s men contrived to lose their fifth match in succession as the Springboks fought back from nine points down to win.
# mike-ross - Thursday 8 November, 2012
Guinness Series: Leinster front-row ready to answer Ireland’s call thanks to some insider trading
“Are you going to change your name to Richardt O’Strauss?” asked a South African reporter. We copyrighted that joke last month.
# mike-ross - Thursday 1 November, 2012
‘How in the name of Jesus are we getting to this point’ – Wood blasts Bent call-up
The former Irish captain also touted Jonny Sexton and Peter O’Mahony as future leaders.
# mike-ross - Tuesday 30 October, 2012
Michael Bent may start for Leinster ahead of Ireland’s November Series
The Kiwi prop looks set to feature against Ospreys in an effort to give him some crucial game-time.
# mike-ross - Monday 22 October, 2012
In pictures: Our Heineken Cup Team of the Week
Two Irish players have made the cut while there are some honourable mentions for three others.
# mike-ross - Saturday 13 October, 2012
# mike-ross - Monday 8 October, 2012
Ulster Bank League: Lansdowne go top with six-try blitz against Shannon
The Dublin side were in unstoppable form while Young Munster and Garryowen kept up the winning habit.
# mike-ross - Wednesday 3 October, 2012
Leading from the front: Ross ready to start playing hardball
“If you can’t get up for Munster you might as well not be playing rugby.” Says the cornerstone of Leinster’s set-piece.
# mike-ross - Friday 14 September, 2012
Schmidt adds international flavour for Leinster’s Italian job
Seven Irish internationals will make their first start of the season when Leinster face Benetton Treviso on Saturday evening.
# mike-ross - Wednesday 27 June, 2012
The good, the bad and the ugly.. reflecting on Ireland’s long, hard season
Beginning with a World Cup warm up match against Scotland on 22 August, it was the all-encompassing season which featured a World Cup, a Six Nations and a summer tour.
# mike-ross - Monday 25 June, 2012
Summer Tour Diary: Five month break for the Irish rugby team but who will be back?
Ireland will be boosted by the return of the likes of Tommy Bowe and Paul O’Connell but others look to have played their last Test match.



























































