England will drop down to fourth in the World Rugby rankings providing France defeat Wales after their loss in the Calcutta Cup. Many felt that Steve Borthwick’s men were the closest challengers to the Springboks, despite being behind the world champions and the All Blacks in the standings, but their loss in Edinburgh has given … Read more
Legendary centre Brian O’Driscoll is perplexed as to why Ireland have become so “risk-averse” under Andy Farrell since the Rugby World Cup. Farrell’s side became renowned for their multi-phase rugby and it proved to be hugely successful as it secured a Six Nations Grand Slam in 2023 and a series victory over the All Blacks … Read more
It offers Victorian charm, stunning coastal paths, delicious seafood and the perfect peaceful seaside escape The town is filled with colourful cottages(Image: Walter Bibikow via Getty Images) Nestled off the beaten track, visitors will find this delightful settlement, ideal for a tranquil seaside getaway, featuring scenic strolls and stunning panoramas. Whitehead possesses all the charm … Read more
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Ireland greats Tommy Bowe and Donncha O’Callaghan have questioned the level of assistance the experienced Garry Ringrose is providing to Sam Prendergast as he continues to find his feet at Test level. Andy Farrell’s Irish side were depressingly neutralised last Thursday night in Paris, falling 29-0 behind early in the second half and going on … Read more
Ex-Ireland star Gordon D’Arcy has delivered a damming assessment of the Leinster-dominated Irish attack that Andy Farrell started with last Thursday in Paris. The under-pressure double Six Nations champions of 2023 and 2024 ran out with a XV containing 10 Leinster players in the hope that they had the attacking nous to ask serious questions … Read more
There is no doubt that France were fully deserving of their comfortable victory over Ireland in the Six Nations opener, but some of the decisions over the course of the game have been a subject of debate in the days that followed. The French played some magnificent rugby at the Stade de France, blowing Ireland … Read more
WHEN YOU WATCHED Ireland’s game plan unfold in Paris, you had to wonder whether it was really so complex that Edwin Edogbo couldn’t have brought a bit of impetus to the matchday 23. The Munster lock came up short of getting a debut against France partly because “there’s an art to be able to get … Read more
England great Brian Moore believes that Ireland’s issues in attack are bigger than just Jacques Nienaber after the ex-Springboks head coach was criticised following the defeat to France. The 53-year-old joined Leinster at the end of 2023 but certain pundits have pointed the finger at the South African over the decline of Andy Farrell’s men. … Read more
It’s time for our Monday wrap of who has their name in lights and who is making the headlines for all the wrong reasons after the weekend. THEY’RE ON FIRE! Italy: What is rare is wonderful, and every rugby neutral was surely thrilled that the Azzurri excitedly picked off Scotland in the opening round of … Read more