Rónan Kelleher
Rónan Kelleher is an Irish rugby player who plays as a hooker for the national team and Leinster Rugby. Known for his dynamic playing style and strong physical presence on the field, Kelleher has become an integral part of the Irish squad. He has represented Ireland at various age levels before making his senior debut, and he is recognized for his contributions in the scrum as well as his skills in open play.
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Some of his work on the ball was excellent.
Ireland secure bonus-point win over Japan despite flawed performance – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-07-11
Rónan Kelleher faced issues with lineouts but had a good carry in the build-up to a try.
Robbie Henshaw stars as Ciarán Frawley struggles – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-11
Rónan Kelleher led the Ireland team out for his 50th cap.
Chance for Irish breakthroughs against Brave Blossoms – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-11
Rónan Kelleher, who will win his 50th cap for Ireland, is promoted from the bench after his positive impacts in last weekend’s win over Australia.
Ireland name exciting lineup for Nations Championship meeting with Japan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-09
Rónan Kelleher tapped a penalty and charged.
Ireland hang on at the death to beat the Wallabies in Nations Championship thriller – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-04
Rónan Kelleher was soon replaced by Dan Sheehan during the match.
Andy Farrell beams with pride over Ireland’s effort in hard-fought win in Sydney – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-04
Rónan Kelleher is one of the players with fitness concerns ahead of the match.
Leinster monitoring several injury concerns ahead of URC semi-final against the Stormers – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-01
Rónan Kelleher missed out on the 59-10 victory with niggles.
Leo Cullen kicks for touch on James Lowe’s Leinster future – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-05-31
Rónan Kelleher played a significant role in the incident that led to questions about the refereeing.
How the Welsh media reacted to Ireland v Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Rónan Kelleher put in some huge shifts during the game.
Ireland show resolve in defence and attack to secure hard-fought win over Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Rónan Kelleher is mentioned as part of the starting lineup.
Ireland scaled new heights against England. The challenge against Wales is to stay there – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-06
Tom Stewart is sharing the hooking duties against Wales with Rónan Kelleher.
Nick Timoney set for first Six Nations start with Jacob Stockdale in line to return – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-03
Rónan Kelleher was injured in the opening two matches last season.
Andy Farrell is getting Ireland ready for the 2027 Rugby World Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26
Ronán Kelleher threw a quick lineout to Caelan Doris at the front.
Jack Crowley’s seven minutes off the bench won it for Ireland – now England await – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19
Rónan Kelleher is mentioned as an experienced player under pressure.
Andy Farrell rebukes ‘keyboard warriors’ over criticism of Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-16
Rónan Kelleher won a vital loose ball that contributed to Ireland's performance.
Jack Crowley brought tempo as Ireland were rescued against Italy by their bench – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-15
Ronan Kelleher may rotate for this game.
Ulster pair set to start with Sam Prendergast to be retained – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12Rónan Kelleher 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
Rónan Kelleher's overthrown lineout was mentioned as a critical mistake.
What’s going on with Leinster’s defence? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-15
Rónan Kelleher is reflecting on Leinster's defeat to Munster and is eager for revenge in their upcoming rematch.
Leinster’s Rónan Kelleher ready for revenge after Munster ‘mugging’ at Croke Park – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-24
Rónan Kelleher was involved in a try-scoring opportunity that was missed due to a poor pass.
Below-par Leinster grind out win against Leicester in Champions Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-13
Ronan Kelleher came on for Dan Sheehan.
Imperfect Leinster beat Harlequins to get Champions Cup campaign off to winning start – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-07
Ronan Kelleher is part of the Ireland team.
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Australia· 2025-11-15
Rónan Kelleher had a simple overthrow that contributed to Ireland's struggles.
Strong second half sees Ireland pull away from Japan after patchy start – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-08
Ronan Kelleher struggled with set-piece woes after coming on as a replacement.
All Blacks v Ireland player ratings: How Andy Farrell’s side rated in 26-13 Chicago defeat
New Zealand· 2025-11-02
Rónan Kelleher is likely to return to the bench for the match against New Zealand.
Caelan Doris likely to feature off the bench at Soldier Field – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-30
Rónan Kelleher scored the opening try for Leinster.
Munster hand out a Croke Park hiding as Leinster’s title defence continues to unravel – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18
Rónan Kelleher had all the tools a world-class hooker needed.
After sharing their playbook with the Lions, now it’s time for Ireland to evolve – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-09
Defended superbly, as ever.
Beirne, Russell, Furlong and Gibson-Park lead the way – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-04
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United Kingdom· 2025-08-03
