Peter O’Mahony says ‘banana skin’ label is disrespectful to Wales
Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony says it would be disrespectful to regard rivals Wales as a “banana skin” ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash in Dublin.
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Andy Farrell will not underestimate Wales in Ireland’s Grand Slam bid
Andy Farrell is braced for a “war of attrition” against winless Wales and knows any hint of complacency could wreck Ireland’s pursuit of successive Grand Slam titles.
Tompkins insists Wales aren't scared of Ireland
Nick Tompkins says that Wales are excited and not daunted by the challenge that awaits them against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday.
Six Nations: Ireland v Wales - All you need to know
Ireland resume their Guinness Six Nations campaign this weekend as Wales come to town.
Calling Wales potential banana skin 'disrespectful' says Ireland captain Peter O'Mahony
Peter O'Mahony says Ireland's incredible home record will count for nothing if they don’t put out their best performance and said describing Wales as a potential banana skin was "disrespectful".
Bernard Jackman: Wales scrum and kicking game are weaknesses
RTÉ rugby analyst Bernard Jackman instances the Welsh set-piece and kicking game as obvious weaknesses as Warren Gatland's side land in Dublin ahead of Saturday's Six Nations encounter.
Andy Farrell: Wales defeats don't tell full story
If there was any sense that Ireland and Andy Farrell could be lulled into thinking Saturday's meeting with Wales at the Aviva Stadium was a done deal, the Ireland coach's team selection will have nipped that theory in the bud.
Gatland: 'Right structures' gives Ireland advantage over Wales
Wales head coach Warren Gatland says he is "not 100% convinced" that Welsh regional rugby will undergo the proper reset he feels it requires.