Mack Hansen says Andy Farrell inspired his stunning Ireland Test debut
Ireland newcomer Mack Hansen says words of wisdom from head coach Andy Farrell inspired an unforgettable Test debut after initially suspecting his selection may be a wind-up.
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Johnny Sexton: Ireland have plenty to brush up on despite Wales win
Captain Johnny Sexton insists Ireland still have significant room for improvement, despite blowing away defending champions Wales in their Guinness Six Nations opener.
Ireland player ratings: Hansen and Beirne shine in Six Nations opener against Wales
Andy Farrell's Ireland are off to a winning start in this year's Guinness Six Nations.
'The best part of our game by a country mile is our defence' - Farrell delighted with bonus point start
Andy Farrell says he's "delighted" with the nature of Ireland's 29-7 bonus point win against Wales in the Guinness Six Nations.
Farrell praises Ireland's 'awesome' defence
DUBLIN : Ireland coach Andy Farrell praised his side's defence as being the best part of their game "by a country mile" on Saturday after they almost kept Wales scoreless in a very comfortable 29-7 Six Nations opening win.
Slick Ireland ease past hapless Wales in Six Nations opener
DUBLIN: Ireland eased past reigning champions Wales 29-7 in the opening game of the Six Nations championship in Dublin on Saturday (Feb 5), picking up where they left off in November with a comfortable victory.
Bonus point start for Ireland as they cruise past Wales in Six Nations opener
While Wales have an injury list longer than the Severn Bridge, there's always a sense of trepidation when they talk their chances down.
Saturday sports: Ireland to take on Wales in the Six Nations, Hurling league gets underway
Ireland will play their first Six Nations game in front of a full crowd for the first time in two years on Saturday.