James Ryan
James Ryan is an accomplished Irish rugby player, known for his leadership and skills as a lock. Since making his debut for the Ireland national team in 2017, Ryan has established himself as a crucial member of the squad, recognized for his physicality and tactical awareness on the field. He has also played a significant role for Leinster Rugby, contributing to their success in domestic and European competitions. Renowned for his work ethic and resilience, Ryan has been a part of the Irish rugby setup during pivotal tournaments, including the Six Nations Championship.
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New Zealand· 2026-05-30
James Ryan has been an unjustly neglected figure in Irish history.
the most influential minister not to have become taoiseach – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-28
James Ryan's actions during the match were described as satisfying and impactful.
After that win at Twickenham, a few home truths about Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-27
After a strong carry by James Ryan up the middle, Jack Crowley looped around Garry Ringrose.
Defensive discipline and work ethic keep England on the back foot – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-23
James Ryan had a colossal game at the coalface.
Twickenham win ranks up there with the great days of Andy Farrell’s Ireland reign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
James Ryan had a storming game against France and has continued that form.
No room for Sam Prendergast as Andy Farrell makes five changes to side to face England – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19
In this respect, James Ryan may well be heading for trouble as his attempts to provoke the opposition were totally out of order.
Hollie Davidson was very good in first half, but a few calls were perplexing – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-17
James Ryan played really well off the bench.
Andy Farrell rebukes ‘keyboard warriors’ over criticism of Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-16
James Ryan built on his performance off the bench in Paris with an excellent hard-nosed display having been entrusted with the start against Italy.
Five things we learned from this Six Nations weekend – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-15
James Ryan justified his starting role in the match.
Jack Crowley brought tempo as Ireland were rescued against Italy by their bench – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-15
Monty Ioane might just be in trouble after replays showed him throwing a punch at James Ryan.
Italy lead 10-5 at half-time – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-14
James Ryan's reinstatement is expected to give the team more oomph.
Ireland between French rock and English hard place as on-form Italy arrive – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-14
James Ryan is mentioned in the context of lacking physicality off the bench.
Here’s why the obituaries for Irish rugby are premature – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12
James Ryan brought intensity and physicality as the leader of the replacements.
Ulster pair set to start with Sam Prendergast to be retained – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12
James Ryan led the charge in the second half for Ireland.
Five things we learned from Ireland’s opening-night horror show against France – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-06
James Ryan is one of the big Irish forwards who watched the first half from the stand.
You can’t blame Sam Prendergast for Ireland’s complete systems failure – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-06
James Ryan is on the bench for the match against France.
Andy Farrell ignores the gloom and finds some positives ahead of Ireland’s daunting Paris test – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-04
James Ryan is included in the bench for the Ireland team against France.
Cian Prendergast in line to join brother Sam in Ireland side to play France – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-02
James Ryan was tugged at the lineout.
Leinster tear up the script as they rain on Connacht’s opening night parade in Galway – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-25
James Ryan is Ireland’s best option to scrum at tighthead lock.
what goes on in there and why Ireland needn’t panic after Springbok ordeal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-30
James Ryan had to go for catching Malcom Marx flush on the face as he cleared a ruck.
Carley is a snowball ref. He rolls with calls made at the start of the match – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-28
James Ryan's departure on a yellow and then 20-minute red card significantly impacted Ireland's scrum performance against South Africa.
Ireland’s loss against South Africa highlighted one of our biggest problems – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-26
James Ryan’s exceptionally foolish and costly dive into Malcolm Marx merited a straight red.
Referee not to blame for Ireland v South Africa being a brutal, poisonous Test – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-24
James Ryan received a yellow card that was upgraded to a 20-minute red card during the match.
Ireland-South Africa game should be a watershed moment in rugby’s officiating crisis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-23
James Ryan received a red card that cost the team during the match.
Ireland must address crux of scrum issues – Five things we learned from this weekend’s action – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-23
James Ryan received a yellow card that was later upgraded to a red card.
Brave Ireland fall to ferocious Springboks in card-laden battle – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-23
James Ryan received a red card after an illegal clearout.
James Ryan’s red card costs team – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-22James Ryan might have had a worrying bunker check for lifting up an opponent.
Referee laboured long and hard yet still got Springboks red-card call wrong – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-18
James Ryan was fully committed, taking on a lot of ball and performing scrappy work.
Mack Hansen and Ryan Baird stand out – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16James Ryan led the way in generating quick ball for Ireland during the match.
Mack Hansen’s first-half hat-trick sets Ireland on the road to record victory over Australia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16