Josh Van der Flier: We're in our best shape ever
If you needed an idea how hot it was in Bordeaux during Ireland's 82-8 win against Romania on Saturday, you only had to look at Josh van der Flier.
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Joe McCarthy: 'I feel like I'm only scratching the surface'
For a long time on Saturday, it was looking like Joe McCarthy just wasn't meant to score.
Sexton 'delighted to be back' after making sharp return
Even accounting for the quality of the opposition, Johnny Sexton's edge doesn't appear to have become blunt over the course of his six-month layoff.
Andy Farrell pleased with Ireland's ruthless nature
When the clock is in the red and it's 35C and there's a 67 point lead, you could forgive any team for tapping the ball out of play and calling it a day.
Ireland player ratings: Aki main man in Romania rout
Ireland eased into the World Cup with a routine victory over Romania during which they ran in 12 tries.
No complacency as Ireland rack up World Cup record win over Romania
Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign is up and running, although the tougher days are yet to come.
Confined to quarters: Can Ireland put an end to a modern obsession?
On the eve of another Rugby World Cup, Irish fans are again perched anxiously between optimism and foreboding.
David Humphreys: Ireland v Romania Talking Points
Former Ulster and Ireland out-half David Humphreys looks ahead to the Rugby World Cup and challenges facing Andy Farrell's hopeful Ireland side.