The short side: Champions Cup returns, an Ireland centre battle and coaches clash
There are plenty of enthralling encounters to begin the European knockout stages but few more catch the eye than this French-Irish clash.
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'Exceptional' Keenan excelling under pressure
Hugo Keenan has benefited from pressure on his place and it's showing in his performances, says Ireland attack coach Mike Catt.
Hugo Keenan and Stuart Hogg set for key battle of the fullbacks in Dublin
Ireland are in contention for their first Guinness Six Nations title since 2018 going into Saturday’s round-five clash with Scotland in Dublin.
Keenan welcomes 'healthy' competition from Lowry
Ireland full-back Hugo Keenan has welcomed the competition for his position following Michael Lowry's two-try salvo against Italy.
Six Nations 2022: Ireland v Wales preview, team news & key stats
Wales begin their Six Nations title defence on Saturday when they take an injury-hit squad to face Ireland.
Australia-born Hansen set for Ireland Six Nations debut
Australia-born winger Mack Hansen will make his Test debut for Ireland in their Six Nations opener against champions Wales on Saturday.
Six Nations preview: Andy Farrell’s Ireland set for second place
Next in our set of previews ahead of the Six Nations we examine the prospects of last year’s third place finishers, Andy Farrell’s Ireland.
Ireland boss Andy Farrell not worried by lack of club games ahead of Six Nations
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has dismissed concerns about a lack of club action for some of his players going into the Guinness Six Nations.