Donal Lenihan: Ireland upper hand up front will be the key against Scotland
Scotland are desperate to beat us at this stage. We've beaten them ten times in a row.
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Tom Jordan starts as Scots make three changes for Ireland
Tom Jordan starts and centre as one of three changes for Scotland for Sunday's visit of Ireland to Murrayfied.
Sam Prendergast gets Ireland number 10 backing from interim boss Simon Easterby
Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby has backed rookie fly-half Sam Prendergast to rise to the challenge of showcasing his “unbelievable talent” in his first Test match outside of Dublin.
Ireland recalls former captain Peter O’Mahony for Scotland Six Nations clash
Ireland have recalled back-row forward Peter O’Mahony and centre Robbie Henshaw for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations match against Scotland.
Warren Gatland: Wales fully aware of importance of Italy game
Warren Gatland says that "everyone is aware of the situation" as Wales face a critical Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy in Rome (Saturday, 2.15pm).
Simon Easterby backing Sam Prendergast to deliver on the road
Simon Easterby is backing Sam Prendergast to rise to the challenge in his first away trip as Ireland's out-half.
Springbok stalwart Eben Etzebeth struggling with concussion symptoms
South Africa and Sharks forward Eben Etzebeth has suffered a return of concussion symptoms and been sent to specialists, ruling him out of action for the immediate future.
Jockey Michael O'Sullivan in intensive care following Thurles fall
Jockey Michael O'Sullivan is in intensive care at Cork University Hospital following a fall at Thurles on Thursday.