Ireland must improve on ‘scrappy’ Wales win to topple England, Henshaw says
Robbie Henshaw insists Grand Slam-chasing Ireland must improve on a “scrappy” win over Wales in order to topple England at “cauldron” Twickenham.
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Duhan Van Der Merwe scores hat-trick as Scotland strengthen grip on Calcutta Cup
Magnificent Duhan Van Der Merwe became the first Scotland player to score a Calcutta Cup hat-trick as they soared to their fourth consecutive victory over England in an intoxicating Guinness Six Nations showdown in Edinburgh.
Nick Tompkins insists Wales are relishing stern Ireland challenge in Dublin
Nick Tompkins says that Wales are excited and not daunted by the challenge that awaits them against Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday.
Wales out to unsettle ‘world-class’ Ireland – Warren Gatland
Warren Gatland wants Wales to show no fear and embrace the challenge when they tackle “world-class” Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
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.
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.
Jamie George takes inspiration from his late mother for Scotland clash
Jamie George will draw inspiration from the heartwarming thought that his late mother will be watching down on him as he prepares to lead England into Saturday’s Calcutta Cup showdown with Scotland just over a week after her death.
Andy Farrell challenges Test rookie Ciaran Frawley to deputise with distinction
Andy Farrell has challenged Test rookie Ciaran Frawley to “prove a point” after handing him a long-awaited full Ireland debut in place of the injured Hugo Keenan.