Ireland far from perfect in five-try Italian win
The bonus-point win is what Ireland came for, and the Grand Slam dreams will live for a fortnight at least.
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World class Caelan Doris reaping benefits of cautious approach
The best number 8 in the world, many contend, starts today's game out of position.
Headbanger Porter's heavy metal prep for Italy
Kill 'Em All, Ride the Lightning, Vulgar Display of Power, Far Beyond Driven, the classic metal albums all lullabies to the ears of Andrew Porter.
Preview: Ireland expects but Italy test provides big questions
"We'll see. That’s what it’s all about, isn’t it," grinned Andy Farrell, as he finished Thursday’s press conference near Dublin airport.
Ireland optimistic over quick return for Garry Ringrose after injury blow
Ireland are confident Garry Ringrose will only be sidelined for the short-term after a calf injury denied the centre the chance to win his 50th cap against Italy.
Watson back in Scots line-up, France change one
Gregor Townsend has challenged his Scotland players to "go up a few levels" as he backed them to deal with the formidable test they face against France in Paris on Sunday (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).