Gerry Thornley
IrelandjournalistMale6.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Gerry Thornley is a prominent sports journalist and rugby analyst, known for his insightful commentary and coverage of rugby union in Ireland. He has contributed extensively to various media outlets, offering in-depth analysis and reporting on the sport, particularly during major tournaments like the Six Nations.
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Gerry Thornley reported on Leinster's victory in the URC title match.
Americans start to dream and Paraguay see red for unseen words – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-21
Gerry Thornley previews the URC final at Croke Park.
Joy for Mexico and Canada despite horrific injury – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-20
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as part of the latest rugby news coverage.
Here’s how Ireland can win the title on the final day – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as part of the rugby news coverage.
How the Welsh media reacted to Ireland v Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
If you want the latest rugby news, analysis and opinion then you should follow our dedicated WhatsApp channel. From Gerry Thornley to Owen Doyle and Gordon D’Arcy, we have every angle covered.
Ireland’s fragility in the scrum was evident again against Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Gerry Thornley provides a match preview for Ireland's game against Wales.
Follow the action from the Aviva Stadium in the Six Nations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-06
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as a journalist covering rugby news and analysis.
Jacob Stockdale gets chance to remind us of his potent attacking threat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-05
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as a journalist covering rugby news and analysis.
IRFU confident relationship with Andy Farrell remains strong despite rumour mill – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Gerry Thornley discusses the significance of the Triple Crown for Ireland.
Andy Farrell to offer fresh opportunities, Steve Tandy’s hand forced by injuries – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
From Gerry Thornley to Owen Doyle and Gordon D’Arcy, we have every angle covered.
Three charts reveal interesting tactical trends from Six Nations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Gerry Thornley provides analysis and opinion on the latest rugby news.
Six Nations takes on retro feel as Ireland aim to set up Triple Crown decider – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-03
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as a source for the latest rugby news and analysis.
Positive vibes from World Rugby summit could be spoiled by a fly in the ointment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-02
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as a journalist covering rugby news and analysis.
After Paris, I expected a big response against England, but nothing like this – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26
Gerry Thornley is mentioned as a source for rugby news and analysis.
Ireland are the worst team in the Six Nations, according to rugby’s new metric – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-25
Gerry Thornley is noted for his accurate predictions of the Irish rugby team selections.
Thornley’s Ireland team prediction almost always accurate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-21
Gerry Thornley provided insights on Andy Farrell’s selection for the match against England.
Sam Prendergast dropped from matchday squad, Jack Crowley to start at 10 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19
Gerry Thornley had a go at predicting this weekend’s Ireland side to face Italy.
Cormac Izuchukwu and Robert Baloucoune to start as Andy Farrell makes six changes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12
Gerry Thornley provided insights on the challenges facing Andy Farrell's team.
Sam Prendergast to start at 10 for Six Nations opener – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-03
Gerry Thornley provides a weekly view from the press box for The Irish Times.
Leinster beat La Rochelle in classic thanks to Harry Byrne’s late kick – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-11
The view from the press box with Gerry Thornley.
Eben Etzebeth’s suspension is lenient for such a repugnant offence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-04
Gerry Thornley provides insights on rugby in the Irish Times.
Referees need to take back responsibility to reduce plague of off-field reviews – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-02Gerry Thornley provides a weekly view from the press box in The Counter Ruck rugby digest.
Ireland’s indiscipline was hugely damaging against the Springboks – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-23
Gerry Thornley conducted a sit-down interview with Ronan O’Gara.
The leaving of unlivable Temple Bar – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-13
Gerry Thornley is the rugby correspondent reporting from Australia.
seven million reasons to plan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-06
Gerry Thornley is the rugby correspondent for The Irish Times covering the Lions tour in Australia.
Send in your questions for Gerry Thornley – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-04Gerry Thornley documented the reasons contributing to Leinster's loss.
Owen Doyle: The laws of the game are clearIreland· 2025-05-05
Gerry Thornley comments on the disappointing performance of Irish rugby over the weekend.
Health of Irish rugby and Dublin football come under focus after lost weekend – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-29
Gerry Thornley rounds up the rugby weekend which, for the sixth season running, left Leinster as the last Irish team standing in the Champions Cup.
Rory McIlroy leaves us bleary eyed as he completes Grand Slam jigsaw – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-14
Gerry Thornley salutes the noise and color brought by Munster's fans to the recent match.
Munster and Leinster draw breath and get ready to go again – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-08
Gerry Thornley reports on the upcoming rugby matches involving the provinces.
GAA says goodbye to a favourite son – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-04
