Shaun Edwards hits back at criticism of France's defence
Prickly Shaun Edwards bristled at suggestions France have become a soft touch after conceding nine tries in their last two matches.
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Caelan Doris to captain Ireland as Farrell makes six changes for Italy
Caelan Doris will captain Ireland for Sunday's Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy as Andy Farrell makes six changes to his side.
Caelan Doris named captain as Ireland make six changes to face Italy
Caelan Doris has been named Ireland captain for the first time as Ireland make six changes for Sunday's clash against Italy at the Aviva Stadium.
Ireland ignoring Grand Slam hype as they turn to Italy
A 21-point bonus-point win away to France is about as good as it gets to start a Six Nations campaign, but Jack Conan has made it clear that Ireland aren't getting sucked into talk of back-to-back Grand Slam titles just yet.
Title holders Ireland hammer France in opening Six Nations clash
Jamison Gibson-Park, Tadhg Beirne, Calvin Nash, Dan Sheehan and Ronan Kelleher all crossed for tries as fly-half Jack Crowley converted all five and hit a penalty.
Six Nations talking points: 'Ruthless' Ireland make statement
Ireland launched their bid for successive Grand Slams with an impressive triumph away to France, sparking an exciting first round of Six Nations action as England edged out Italy and Scotland survived a thrilling fightback by Wales to end along wait for a win in Cardiff.
I don’t find Twickenham intimidating at all – Wales coach Warren Gatland
Wales boss Warren Gatland says that Twickenham is a stadium he has “loved going to” and does not find the home of English rugby an intimidating venue.
Donal Lenihan's Ireland v Italy preview
There will be changes to the Ireland side. Obviously Andy Farrell does not like changing the squad that often, they have been away in Portugal for nine or ten days, so I wouldn't be surprised if he rotates a few players and brings that squad element into it.