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GAA - Conor McKeon: From glitzy events to a virtual meeting, what gives with downplayed Allianz leagues' launch in 2026? ​Uneasy week in GAA-land. On Thursday, amid the rumble of reports about the nature of a protest from at least one inter-county squad, Allianz staged its launch for this year's leagues that they sponsor.

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Leinster moved from favoured Saturday slot for Champions Cup tie on Easter Sunday

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'I would love to end my career here in Ireland' – Katie Taylor reiterates dream of Croke Park farewell fight

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