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Jackman: Losing bonus point could prove crucial

RTÉ rugby analyst Bernard Jackman says the losing bonus point Ireland claimed in Paris could yet prove crucial in the final analysis and reckons this may have been factored into the team's thinking when they took the contentious decision to take three points rather kick for the corner when trailing by six late in the game.

Sexton absence not a 'deficit' for Ireland - Henderson

Iain Henderson says the absence of Johnny Sexton doesn't weaken Ireland in any way.

France in 'pole position' but Ireland must keep pressure on, says Farrell

France are in "pole position" to win the Guinness Six Nations but Ireland boss Andy Farrell is determined to make them earn the title.

We’ll learn from spirited display: Andy Farrell takes heart from Ireland’s loss

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell insists the “competition is only just getting going” after France put themselves in pole position for Guinness Six Nations glory with a pulsating 30-24 victory in Paris.

Ireland see winning run ended as France triumph in thrilling Six Nations clash

France put themselves in pole position for Guinness Six Nations glory by ending Ireland’s nine-match winning run with a pulsating 30-24 victory in Paris.