6:2 bench-split backfire not a factor in loss, says Farrell
Ireland boss Andy Farrell didn't feel that his 6:2 bench split selection call was a factor in their narrow Six Nations loss to England.
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Ireland boss Andy Farrell didn't feel that his 6:2 bench split selection call was a factor in their narrow Six Nations loss to England.
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Ireland maintained their winning run in round three of the Guinness Six Nations as they beat Wales 31-7.