How does the Irish pack's use of the ball stack up with their rivals?
The recent signs have been good, but Saturday's visit to Paris will represent a true test for Ireland's forward pack.
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Ireland captain Sexton ruled out of France clash
DUBLIN :Ireland suffered a major blow ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash against France after captain Johnny Sexton was ruled out with a hamstring strain and replaced at flyhalf by Joey Carbery.
Ireland name team to play France in Six Nations
DUBLIN : Ireland coach Andy Farrell has named the following team to face France in the Six Nations in Paris on Saturday.
Breaking Johnny Sexton to miss Ireland clash with France
Johnny Sexton will miss Ireland's clash with France with Joey Carbery named as out-half.
Six Nations 2022: Ireland's forwards, England's Tuilagi trauma, Scottish resilience and Welsh woes
The opening round of the 2022 Six Nations did not disappoint.
Sam Warburton finds the major problem that undermines this Wales team and calls for selection change
Sam Warburton has explained the key difference between Ireland and Wales.
'The best part of our game by a country mile is our defence' - Farrell delighted with bonus point start
Andy Farrell says he's "delighted" with the nature of Ireland's 29-7 bonus point win against Wales in the Guinness Six Nations.
Bonus point start for Ireland as they cruise past Wales in Six Nations opener
While Wales have an injury list longer than the Severn Bridge, there's always a sense of trepidation when they talk their chances down.