Preview: Simon Easterby's inauguration set for England test
As tempting as it is to start rebuilding for a World Cup crack in 2027, there is a significant piece of Six Nations history for Ireland to target in the short term.
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Six Nations - Ireland v England: All you need to know
Ireland start the defence of their Guinness Six Nations championship against England on Saturday afternoon at Aviva Stadium.
Donal Lenihan: Height and experience to swing it for Ireland
Looking ahead to tomorrow's mouth-watering Six Nations contest in Dublin, one thing that really sticks out is the depth of options available to interim head coach Simon Easterby.
Johnny Sexton adding 'bigger picture' perspective to Ireland
Johnny Sexton's presence in the Ireland camp is benefitting the coaches as well as the players, according to Simon Easterby.
Six Nations season to begin with a bang
The 2025 Guinness Six Nations gets under way this evening as France host Wales in Paris, while Ireland start the defence of their crown against England tomorrow (4.45pm).
Simon Easterby expects fly-half duo to be long-term rivals for Ireland spot
Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby expects Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley to be long-term rivals for the team’s number 10 jersey but insists the former is the “right man” to start against England.
Six Nations preview: Can Ireland win three-in-a-row?
Ireland will be aiming to make history as they kick off their Six Nations campaign this weekend when they face England on Saturday.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Assessing Simon Easterby's team for Six Nations opener against England
Neil Treacy is joined by Johne Murphy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, ahead of Ireland's Guinness Six Nations opener against England.