Test 1 - International Rules 2011

Action from Limerick last year

There isn't much excitement or hype around the International Rules this year. The media spotlight has mostly been focused on the Presidential election and the recent flooding. Also the Dubs aren't ready to move to the next challenge. They still want to bask in their All-Ireland victory. Last year, the failure to generate hype could be partially blamed on the fact that the Daily Mail was the official sponsor. Obviously other newspapers aren't eager to put a competitor's logo on the front page. What's the problem this year?

Test 2 Prediction: International Rules 2010

The first test was a shocking disappointment but I'm still going over to Croke Park tonight for the second test. I'm not sure what to expect. The media has absolutely slated the match in Limerick. I wonder what impact this will have on the attendance tonight. A half-full Croke Park on a cold, wet October night will be a sorry sight. Then again the crap weather might...

Australia 47 - Ireland 40: Tohill has to be Accountable

Anthony Tohill has some explaining to do. He needs to explain to the 30,000 plus in attendance at the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick. He needs to explain to the audience watching at home on TG4. He needs to explain to the Australian side who travelled to the other side of the globe for the match. What was Tohill thinking? The Irish strategy going into the match was dreadful until Bernard Brogan's goal inspired and ignited the team to...dare I say it...

Irish Team Named for International Rules Series 2010

Manager Anthony Tohill today announced the Irish squad that will take on the Aussies in the 2010 International Rules Series. The official press release from the GAA is here.

At first glance, I'm excited by our chances. We  are bringing an experienced group against an Aussie side that is surprisingly lacking in that respect. Team captain Steven McDonnell has participated in the International Rules Series seven times. We've seen rugged and creative play from a number of the guys on the squad - particularly Seán Cavanagh and Leighton Glynn.