Fans of a collar on a jersey are going to love the new Ireland rugby shirt

Rugby kit manufacturer Canterbury is back on board to create a jersey that will be worn by both the men’s and women’s teams in the coming months

A new Irish jersey has been launched for the 2025/26 season – and it’s sure to prove popular with many rugby fans. Rugby kit manufacturer Canterbury is back on board to create a jersey that will be worn by both the men’s and women’s teams in the coming months.

Inspired by the Irish landscape, the jersey will debut during the men’s team’s highly anticipated November internationals against New Zealand, Japan, Australia and South Africa.

Indeed, the first time the jersey will be worn by Andy Farrell’s side will be at Soldier Field in Chicago on 1 November, when Ireland will aim to repeat their historic victory over the All Blacks.

Ireland captain Caelan Doris and company will also be rocking their new kits when they defend their Six Nations crown early next year.

The home jerseys come in “cadmium green”, chosen to mirror the Irish landscape, and, like the popular 150th anniversary kit, they feature a retro-style white collar.

To mark the jersey launch, Canterbury, the IRFU and Intersport Elverys are inviting supporters to step into the Landscape of Legends by uncovering a special pop-up shop in Ticknock – one of Ireland’s most iconic landscapes.

Supporters who find the location will have the chance to meet rugby heroes, explore the new collection and win exclusive prizes, including the latest jersey.

The full range, including pre-game shirts, is now available to buy via the official sports retail partner Intersport Elverys and online at https://www.canterbury.com/collection/ireland-collection.list from today.

Among the Irish rugby stars on hand to help launch the new kit was Andrew Porter. The Leinster prop: “Canterbury really made a lot of noise last year with their hugely popular jerseys, especially the 150th edition. Seeing another jersey this year that celebrates the island of Ireland is fantastic.

“As always with Canterbury, there’s never any doubt the jersey performs at the highest level, so for it to also look this good is a massive bonus. It’s that rare mix of style and function done perfectly.”

Simon Rowe, SVP of Canterbury of New Zealand, added: “Following the success of last year’s jerseys, especially the 150th anniversary kit, we wanted to carry that sense of tradition forward while ensuring the players have something that performs at the highest level.

“We saw great reception to the collar, so have brought that into this year’s home kit. With both the men’s and women’s teams playing some of their best rugby, it only feels fitting to provide them with a jersey that matches those standards, and we can’t wait to see them wear it on the pitch.”