Stuart McCloskey
IrelandathleteMaleb. 19934.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Stuart McCloskey is an experienced center for Ulster Rugby, known for his physicality and tactical awareness on the field. He has also been a part of the Ireland national team setup, contributing to both club and country with his skillful play.
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Stuart McCloskey's pass led to a gifted try for New Zealand during the match.
A smell of irrational denial lingers in the air around Irish rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-24
Stuart McCloskey’s wayward pass, which found its way along the ground to Will Jordan.
Luke Jacobson not receiving a red card for reckless tackle was a shocker of a call – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-20
McCarthy was an important figure in the build-up, tracking a line-break from Stuart McCloskey’s carry and offload.
Joe McCarthy highlighted why he’s one of Ireland’s most important players against New Zealand – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-19
Stuart McCloskey’s no-look pull back landed on the deck behind Hugo Keenan.
All Blacks beat Ireland with plenty to spare at Eden Park fortress – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-18
Stuart McCloskey was rusty against Australia after an enforced 10-week absence.
Jimmy O’Brien to start over Jamie Osborne as Andy Farrell names team – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-15
He provided purpose and ballast off the bench.
Ireland secure bonus-point win over Japan despite flawed performance – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-11
Stuart McCloskey was typically powerful but conceded avoidable penalties.
Robbie Henshaw stars as Ciarán Frawley struggles – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-11
Stuart McCloskey has recovered from a hamstring injury.
Paul O’Connell open to deal extension like Andy Farrell’s – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-29
Stuart McCloskey has recovered from a torn hamstring and is part of Ireland’s squad for the Nations Championship opener.
Stuart McCloskey and Tadhg Beirne both in line to play in Ireland’s Nations Championship opener – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-27Stuart McCloskey is a key player for Ireland who may be motivated after past experiences.
The Wallabies play three Tests in July. They must win two to show progress
Australia· 2026-06-27
Stuart McCloskey was the most dangerous player on the pitch.
Ireland show resolve in defence and attack to secure hard-fought win over Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Stuart McCloskey is described as being in the form of his life.
Ireland scaled new heights against England. The challenge against Wales is to stay there – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-06
Stuart McCloskey made a significant defensive play against Marcus Smith.
Andy Farrell to offer fresh opportunities, Steve Tandy’s hand forced by injuries – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Timoney marked the occasion with a try from Stuart McCloskey’s offload.
Nick Timoney set for first Six Nations start with Jacob Stockdale in line to return – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-03
Osborne's arrival to a kneeling Stuart McCloskey for his try against England was a case in point.
Jamie Osborne looking to make Ireland fullback position his own – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-03
Stuart McCloskey's determination to turn and hunt down Marcus Smith showcased the human spirit in sport.
After that win at Twickenham, a few home truths about Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-27
Stuart McCloskey is highlighted as a central figure in the Ireland rugby team.
After Paris, I expected a big response against England, but nothing like this – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26
Stuart McCloskey has become one of the team’s mainstays this season.
Andy Farrell is getting Ireland ready for the 2027 Rugby World Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26
Stuart McCloskey was involved in the play that led to a try for Ireland.
Ireland are the worst team in the Six Nations, according to rugby’s new metric – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-25
Stuart McCloskey nailing down the number 12 jersey was a highlight of the match.
Midterm report sees Ireland tick almost every box, and end one particular debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-24
Stuart McCloskey stuck out a big hand and O’Brien gobbled up the ricochet.
Jamison Gibson-Park played in preview mode, spotting chances a nanosecond before anyone else – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-23
McCloskey hit Robert Baloucoune with a skip pass for him to link with the newly arrived Tommy O’Brien.
Defensive discipline and work ethic keep England on the back foot – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-23
Stuart McCloskey was responsible for a pair of offloads during the match.
Five things we learned from the Six Nations weekend – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
Stuart McCloskey ran 50 metres back towards his own try-line to bundle Marcus Smith into touch late on.
‘Frightful, feeble, fragile, feckless...’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
Stuart McCloskey produced a stunning display – unplayable in possession, at least for the England midfield, and immovable in defence.
Ireland performance against England ‘right up there with one of the best we’ve had’, says Dan Sheehan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
Made an important tackle on Freddie Steward after intercepting Stuart McCloskey in the first half.
Irish backs run riot in crushing win over England – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-21Stuart McCloskey led a posse of three players chasing down Marcus Smith.
Five-try Ireland blow England away on record-breaking afternoon at Twickenham – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-21Stuart McCloskey is named in an unchanged back three for the match.
No room for Sam Prendergast as Andy Farrell makes five changes to side to face England – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19
Stuart McCloskey who went out the back to Crowley.
Jack Crowley’s seven minutes off the bench won it for Ireland – now England await – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19Stuart McCloskey made a notable pass that led to a try by Rob Baloucoune.
Andy Farrell set to prefer Jack Crowley at 10 for Ireland’s Six Nations game against England – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-18
