Ireland recall ‘world-class’ Hugo Keenan for England clash but lose James Ryan
Ireland have recalled “world-class” Hugo Keenan for Saturday’s clash with England but will be without lock James Ryan for the remainder of the Guinness Six Nations.
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Alan Quinlan says Andy Farrell is on his way to becoming the Jack Charlton of Irish rugby
Former Ireland and Munster back-row Alan Quinlan has said head coach Andy Farrell is becoming the Jack Charlton of Irish rugby.
Marcus Smith and Alex Mitchell boost England ahead of Ireland showdown
Marcus Smith and Alex Mitchell have returned to the England squad ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Ireland.
Duhan van der Merwe insists personal glory comes second to Scotland ambitions
Record-chasing Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe is adamant he will not allow thoughts of personal glory to muddy his thinking when he runs out at Italy’s Stadio Olimpico.
Against the Head: Divergent interpretations on Irish scrum
On Against the Head, Donal Lenihan, Fiona Coghlan and Murray Kinsella reflect on the differing interpretations from referee's on the Irish scrum, specifically Andrew Porter's scrummaging.
Paolo Garbisi says sorry for missing the late chance to make history for Italy
Paolo Garbisi apologised for missing the injury-time penalty that denied Italy a slice of Guinness Six Nations history in France.
Andy Farrell says ‘top drawer’ defence fuelling Ireland’s Grand Slam charge
Andy Farrell feels a “top drawer” defence is fuelling Ireland’s pursuit of successive Grand Slam titles as he turns his attention to nullifying England’s new blitz approach.
Wales boss Warren Gatland backs Ireland for Grand Slam glory
Wales boss Warren Gatland backed Ireland to clinch back-to-back Grand Slam titles after his side suffered a 31-7 Guinness Six Nations defeat in Dublin.