
Conor Murray
Conor Murray, a 35-year-old scrum-half, is a celebrated Irish rugby player who has earned 124 caps for Ireland since his debut in 2011. Known for his exceptional skill and tactical acumen, he has been a key player for Ireland and a long-time partner to fly-half Johnny Sexton. Murray has also represented the British and Irish Lions on three occasions (2013, 2017, and 2021) and has made 199 appearances for Munster since his debut in 2010. Recently, it was announced that he would retire from international rugby following the Six Nations.
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Conor Murray commented on the challenges facing Leinster in the URC final.
Joy for Mexico and Canada despite horrific injury – The Irish TimesConor Murray was also offered a top-up as a PONI to extend his time with Munster.
James Lowe to leave Leinster at the end of the season – The Irish TimesConor Murray writes about Wales and their abysmal run of defeats.
Follow the action from the Aviva Stadium in the Six Nations – The Irish TimesConor Murray is mentioned as having mastered the art of box-kicking.
Ireland scaled new heights against England. The challenge against Wales is to stay there – The Irish TimesConor Murray is a scrum-half who has been in competition with Gibson-Park for the first choice position.
Gibson-Park, Ireland Rugby’s ‘petit general’Conor Murray is mentioned as one of the retired players.
Andy Farrell is getting Ireland ready for the 2027 Rugby World Cup – The Irish TimesConor Murray shares his thoughts on Scotland's chances against England.
Dan Sheehan enjoys bus trip before Rob Kearney, Conor Murray and Peter O’Mahony jump ship – The Irish TimesConor Murray praised Antoine Dupont, calling him the greatest of all time.
Sam Prendergast to start at 10 for Six Nations opener – The Irish TimesConor Murray is mentioned in a podcast discussion with Bundee Aki.
Bundee Aki’s hope for a World Cup finale hang in the balance after four-week suspension confirmed – The Irish TimesIt’s instructive to look at the team which went toe-to-toe with Toulouse and take a note those who are no longer there, namely the retired Conor Murray.
Challenge Cup might suit Munster given they are a team in transition – The Irish TimesConor Murray's book reflects on his career and the challenges faced with his province.
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Ireland can’t pin all their misery on poor officiating – The Irish TimesConor Murray is retired and will not be participating in the upcoming match.
Caelan Doris likely to feature off the bench at Soldier Field – The Irish TimesConor Murray is among the recent retirements affecting the Irish team.
Too old? Too Leinster? We’ll soon learn a lot about Andy Farrell’s Ireland – The Irish TimesConor Murray is mentioned as one of Ireland's famous sportspeople whose life is not fully understood by the public.
We think we can read the minds of sportspeople. What a dopey conceit – The Irish TimesConor Murray is among the centurions who have retired from the Irish squad.
Andy Farrell goes for tried and tested with Paddy McCarthy only uncapped call-up – The Irish TimesConor Murray, the president of the Irish Cleanroom Technology Association, presented the development of the industry in Ireland as a good practice example.
Vzpostavitev kompetenčnega centra za čiste prostoreThe Fishamble New Writing Award went to Hannah Power and Conor Murray for their play Don’t Tell Dad About Diana.
Dublin Fringe Festival 2025 award winners revealed – The Irish TimesConor Murray is mentioned as a columnist for the Irish Times during the tour.
Lightning causes second half delay – The Irish TimesJake Gordon's performance was likened to Conor Murray's display of box-kicking.
Steely-eyed Lions look determined to complete series whitewash against downtrodden Wallabies – The Irish TimesConor Murray commented on the potential for a Lions whitewash.
Wallabies dominate first half despite Dan Sheehan try – The Irish TimesConor Murray is a former Ireland and Lions scrum half who commented on the challenges of playing against a Joe Schmidt team.
First Test in Brisbane – The Irish TimesCheck out Conor Murray’s new column on the Lions, where he heaps praise on Jamison Gibson-Park.
Impressive start for tourists with Van der Merwe scoring twice – The Irish TimesConor Murray’s Squad for first Test v Australia includes several key players.
With Jamison Gibson-Park pulling the strings, the Lions will look like Ireland in red jerseys – The Irish TimesConor Murray accidentally injured Hogg during the Lions tour.
Players who had their career made by a Lions tour or broken by it – The Irish TimesConor Murray is one of the previous Munster captains of the Lions.
What time is kick-off and where can I watch it in Ireland? – The Irish TimesConor Murray was the last Ireland player to captain the Lions.
Andy Farrell backs debutant Dan Sheehan to lead Lions for Australian opener – The Irish TimesConor Murray has left the international stage, opening doors for other players.
Craig Casey to captain Ireland for summer Tests against Georgia and Portugal – The Irish TimesMunster selected Crowley, Rory Scannell and Conor Murray for their kicks.
Luke-warm Leinster stumble through as heroic Munster undone by penalties and theatrics – The Irish TimesConor Murray nailed the 45-metre kick to level the scores.
Heartbreak for Munster in Durban as Sharks win after placekicking shoot-out – The Irish Times







































































































































































