Eddie O’Sullivan: ‘Ireland would beat All Blacks again’
Former coach Eddie O’Sullivan believes Ireland are a better team than the All Blacks but acknowledges the 2023 Rugby World Cup is still some time away.
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Old guard the key component of Ireland's historic series success
As the dust settles on Ireland's greatest achievement in their rugby history – winning a series against the All Blacks in New Zealand – it’s important to reflect on some of the key considerations before the tour began.
Ireland yet to hit their peak, and have France to thank
In the week between Ireland's first and second ever wins against the All Blacks in New Zealand, a lot of questions were asked of Ireland.
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Andy Farrell reminds me of Jack Charlton
I have kept a close eye on Andy Farrell ever since I tried to sign him from rugby league. The job he has done with Ireland has been phenomenal and his team’s series victory in New Zealand and rise to No 1 in the world is the culmination of that. Farrell has the credentials to coach England next.
Springboks remain 3rd in World Rugby rankings as Ireland leapfrog France
While Saturday's 30-14 win over Wales in the third Test at the Cape Town Stadium may have won them the series 2-1, the Springboks will remain in third place in the World Rugby rankings when they are released later this week.
Sexton wary of complacency as Ireland reach top of world rankings
Captain Johnny Sexton has warned Ireland against complacency ahead of next year's World Cup following a momentous series win in New Zealand.
World order shaken up after July internationals
CAPE TOWN : The winds of change have swept through international rugby in the past few weeks, with historic firsts and a potential changing of the guard at the top of the world game as northern hemisphere teams flexed their muscles down south.