Preview: Refreshed Ireland look set to throw the shackles off against Italy
The wait from Round 2 to 3 in the Six Nations always feels longer off the back of a defeat.
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James Lowe hopes for Irish highs against Italy
James Lowe hopes Ireland’s new-look back three can light up Dublin after being recalled for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Italy.
Johnny Sexton accepts it makes sense for Joey Carbery to face Italy
Captain Johnny Sexton accepts it “makes sense” for Joey Carbery to retain Ireland’s fly-half role for Sunday’s clash with Italy, according to head coach Andy Farrell.
Fly-half Joey Carbery challenged to make Ireland starting position his own
Ireland fly-half Joey Carbery has been challenged to scale new heights in his quest to permanently dislodge influential captain Johnny Sexton.
Michael Lowry set for first Ireland cap against Italy
Michael Lowry will make his Ireland debut during Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Italy as part of six personnel changes to Andy Farrell’s starting XV.
Michael Lowry paints a pretty picture for Ireland coach Andy Farrell
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits he would have found it “a nightmare” to play against international newcomer Michael Lowry.
