Simon Easterby hails Ireland’s mentality in Wales to keep Grand Slam dream alive
Simon Easterby praised Ireland’s mentality for “digging ourselves out of a hole” to overcome Wales in the Six Nations and keep their Grand Slam dream alive.
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Simon Easterby says his Ireland players will need to be better against Scotland
Interim boss Simon Easterby believes Ireland’s patchy performance in their bonus-point win over England will be insufficient for victory away to Scotland.
France star Antoine Dupont relieved not to face Toulouse teammate Jack Willis
Antoine Dupont is delighted he will not be facing Toulouse team-mate Jack Willis on Saturday in comments that call into question England’s refusal to pick overseas-based players.
Ireland recalls former captain Peter O’Mahony for Scotland Six Nations clash
Ireland have recalled back-row forward Peter O’Mahony and centre Robbie Henshaw for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations match against Scotland.
‘Tough and brave’ Fin Smith backed to star on first England start against France
Fin Smith has been backed to take the fight to France after Steve Borthwick declared that England’s new fly-half has the defensive steel to match his silky skills.
Dan Sheehan urges Ireland to attack Scotland clash with ‘all guns blazing’
Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan is hungry to regain his starting role following a remarkable comeback from a six-month injury absence.
Ireland pair Finlay Bealham and Mack Hansen set to be fit for Scotland clash
Finlay Bealham and Mack Hansen are on course to be fit for Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland but Tadhg Furlong and Joe McCarthy have been ruled out.
England consider unleashing Marcus Smith and Fin Smith on France
England are giving strong consideration to fielding playmakers Marcus Smith and Fin Smith in their backline against France in the hope of igniting their Guinness Six Nations.