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All NewsSaracens reject Farrell contact reports
Saracens have issued a statement claiming reports linking Ireland boss Andy Farrell with a return to the English club are "disrespectful" to the head coach and the IRFU.
Saracens issue statement rejecting Farrell reports
Saracens have issued a statement claiming reports linking Ireland boss Andy Farrell with a return to the English club are "disrespectful" to the head coach and the IRFU.
McMillan: Prendergast 'not easy to replace'
Clayton McMillan says the news of Mike Prendergast's decision to leave Munster came as a "huge disappointment" and that the province will consider his replacement later in the season.
Easterby wary Welsh side 'growing in confidence'
If any players in the Irish rugby squad start feeling complacent after Saturday's resounding win against England, Andy Farrell only has to show his team a replay of last year's Six Nations clash with Wales.
Henshaw makes Leinster's Cardiff trip; Edogbo on bench
Robbie Henshaw will start for Leinster against Cardiff in Friday's URC clash as the Ireland centre completes his comeback from a knee injury.
Lowe ruled out for remainder of Six Nations
James Lowe has been ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations championship due to the groin injury he suffered in Ireland's win against England last Saturday.
Borthwick in Dock After England's Six Nations Slump
Eddie Jones blames Steve Borthwick's 'title decider' comments as England's Guinness Six Nations hopes collapse, forcing bettors to reassess markets.
England scrum half Mitchell to miss rest of Six Nations
Alex Mitchell has been ruled out of England's final two matches of the Guinness Six Nations because of a hamstring injury.
From doom and gloom to a record win in Twickenham
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson to reflect on Ireland's historic victory over England in London.
Wales will be without Plumtree for Ireland clash
Taine Plumtree has been ruled out of the Wales' Guinness Six Nations clash with Ireland but Sam Costelow could feature in next week's game at the Aviva Stadium.
Jones slams Borthwick 'overconfidence' for England dip
Eddie Jones believes England's dramatic collapse in the Guinness Six Nations can be explained by Steve Borthwick's overconfidence in looking ahead to a title decider against France before the tournament had begun.
Jones blames Borthwick 'overconfidence' for England dip
Eddie Jones believes England's dramatic collapse in the Guinness Six Nations can be explained by Steve Borthwick's overconfidence in looking ahead to a title decider against France before the tournament had begun.
Against The Head: Farrell the master technician
The Against the Head panel on Andy Farrell making Ireland spark again and how he manages the team environment.
Ringrose: 'It's fickle how quickly things can change'
Two weeks is a long time in the Six Nations, as Garry Ringrose explains.
Cullen on Prendergast: 'It's never smooth sailing'
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen believes Sam Prendergast has the mentality to overcome a difficult few weeks after losing possession of the Ireland No. 10 jersey.
McCloskey proof that experience is a precious commodity
Stuart McCloskey's masterclass in Twickenham showed that age should be less of a talking point when it comes to selecting an Ireland squad.
France advance towards Slam after seeing off Italy
France edged closer to the Six Nations Grand Slam after a bonus-point 33-8 defeat of Italy under the closed roof at Stade Pierre-Mauroy stadium in Lille.
'Sometimes you don't have time to think' - O'Brien
Thrown in at the deep end earlier than expected, Tommy O'Brien made an immediate impact in Ireland's stunning 42-21 victory over England at Twickehham.
Genge apologises to England fans over Ireland display
Ellis Genge apologised to England fans for the 42-21 defeat by Ireland that has ended their Guinness Six Nations title aspirations.
Scotland keep Triple Crown hopes alive
Scotland stayed on course for a first Triple Crown since 1990 with a pulsating 26-23 comeback Guinness Six Nations victory against winless Wales in Cardiff.
Borthwick: 'We gave ourselves a mountain to climb'
Steve Borthwick is to conduct a thorough review of his team to prevent England's Guinness Six Nations from unravelling further in the wake of a 42-21 mauling by Ireland at Allianz Stadium.
McCloskey: 'We proved a lot of people wrong'
Stuart McCloskey was almost stuck for words following Ireland's 42-21 victory over England but did admit that proving some of the team's doubters wrong was especially satisfying.
Ratings: Gibson-Park shows his class in famous win
Here's how we rated the Irish players in their sensational 42-21 win against England.
Born-again Ireland dismantle England in record victory
Ireland delivered a statement performance for the ages to stun England and claim a record 42-21 Six Nations win at Twickenham.
Six Nations: England 21-42 Ireland - recap
Follow our minute by minute coverage from Twickenham as Ireland and England face off in a crucial Guinness Six Nations clash.
Four-try Ireland make a statement with win in England
Ireland's Under-20s tore up the script at Bath's Recreation Ground, delivering a thunderous 31-21 Six Nations Championship victory over England that felt every inch a statement.
Six Nations: England v Ireland - All you need to know
Ireland and England meet at Twickenham as they both look to keep their Six Nations championship hopes alive. Here's everything you need to know about the clash.
Doris: Ireland must pile pressure on inventive Pollock
Captain Caelan Doris says Ireland must put targeted pressure on Henry Pollock in an attempt to take control of a tantalising back-row battle against England.
Itoje targets 'dominant' win on 100th England outing
England captain Maro Itoje is hoping for a "dominant" win against Ireland on what will be his 100th cap, an occasion that will be somewhat bittersweet for the Lions captain.
Lenihan: Ireland need to create some mayhem vs England
Donal Lenihan on a case of needs must in the Ireland team named to face England in the Six Nations, with his hope that Andy Farrell's side can create some mayhem at the Allianz Stadium
Feet-finding Ireland face tough Twickenham task
Ireland head to Twickenham knowing they must win to keep their slim Six Nations title hopes alive, but England are in the same boat.
Zebo: 'Jack is probably the man who deserves the shot'
Former Munster and Ireland wing Simon Zebo believes Jack Crowley is "probably the man who deserves the shot" at No 10 for Saturday's Six Nations trip to Twickenham.
Furlong insists Ireland moving in the right direction
Two weeks into the Guinness Six Nations, the jury is out on where both Ireland and England are ahead of their meeting tomorrow at Twickenham.
Farrell backs Crowley to deal with Twickenham cauldron
Andy Farrell believes Jack Crowley is the right man to lead Ireland into the Twickenham cauldron with Sam Prendergast still learning his way on the international scene.
Breaking even won't be good enough - Farrell
Ireland must not settle for breaking even in the physical battle against England tomorrow, says Andy Farrell, who wants his team to impose themselves at Twickenham.
Farrell on Edogbo: 'He's been brought up the right way'
Andy Farrell has praised Edwin Edogbo for his character in the aftermath of the racist abuse aimed at the new Ireland international and revealed that his father missed the cap presentation ceremony because he was working as an A&E nurse.
Crowley starts against England with Prendergast out
Jack Crowley will start for Ireland in Saturday's Guinness Six Nations game against England with Sam Prendergast left out of the matchday 23.
Who's In And Who's Out As Andy Farrell Names Ireland Team To Face England
Andy Farrell has some big calls on his hands, as Ireland prepare to face England at Twickenham in round three of the Six Nations
O'Toole feeling loose after tight Italian win
Given the extent of their injury list, and the filleting they were given by South Africa in November, Ireland's scrum was under the spotlight coming into this Guinness Six Nations.
England will smell blood around Irish scrum - Jackman
Bernard Jackman says England will "smell blood" this Saturday if Ireland don't sort out their most glaring scrum issues ahead of their Six Nations trip to Twickenham.
Hayes comes into Ireland U-20s side to play England
Head coach Andrew Browne has named the Ireland Under-20s side to play England in the Six Nations on Friday at the Recreation Ground.
Rugby pod: Time to take England out of comfort zone
Hugh Cahill is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to preview Ireland's crucial Six Nations clash with England.
Gibson-Park sought 'feedback' after bench start
Scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park admits getting dropped for Ireland's game against Italy lit a fire under him.
Johnny Sexton Praises Edwin Edogbo For Response To Vile Racist Abuse
Johnny Sexton has condemned the racist abuse suffered by Edwin Edogbo after the Munster lock made his Ireland debut against Italy
Sexton: Reaching World Cup with options vital
Johnny Sexton says it's the responsibility of the Ireland coaches to ensure that they reach next year's World Cup with a variety of options.
Confidence factor part of selection discussion - Sexton
Player confidence is always a factor contributing to team selection, according to Johnny Sexton, who will have had a say in who starts at out-half for Ireland against England on Saturday.
Team News: Pollock in for England, Scots trio injured
Henry Pollock will make his first England start in Saturday's Six Nations clash with Ireland as one of three changes in personnel to the side defeated by Scotland.
Arundell avoids ban and is available to face Ireland
Henry Arundell is free to face Ireland on Saturday after escaping a ban for being sent off in England's Guinness Six Nations defeat by Scotland.
RTÉ expands Irish-language coverage of soccer and rugby
RTÉ has announced it will expand its Irish-language commentary on major international rugby and soccer fixtures.
Ireland have much work to do ahead of England clash
Italy made Ireland work hard for their first Six Nations win of 2026 on Saturday afternoon.
Osborne relishing chance to 'get stuck into' England
And ahead of his first Twickenham experience, Jamie Osborne is relishing the chance to play in this "hugely exciting" fixture.
Simon Zebo Wasn't Buying France Star's Excuse For Snubbing Interview After Wales Win
Simon Zebo was not buying the excuse from France star Matthieu Jalibert for snubbing an interview after his team's win in Wales.
IRFU investigating 'cowardly' racist abuse of Edogbo
The IRFU is investigating "cowardly" racist abuse directed at Edwin Edogbo following his international debut.
Edwin Edogbo Has Learned His Lesson After Potentially Costly Late Error In Ireland Debut
Edwin Edogbo has admitted that he has learned from the potentially costly late error during his Ireland debut against Italy.
Andy Farrell Took Issue With Suggestion Ireland Fans Were Cheering Prendergast Substitution
Andy Farrell took exception to a suggestion that Ireland fans greeted the substitution of Sam Prendergast with cheers during the Italy game.
Murrayfield misery: Where it went wrong for England
Scotland reclaimed the Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield, halting England's 12‑game run. Paddy Kavanagh analyses discipline, the Murrayfield effect and Finn Russell's influence.
Rampant France hand woeful Wales 13th straight defeat
Wales suffered more Guinness Six Nations misery as France romped to a 54-12 victory in Cardiff.
Simon Zebo Had Big Take On Italy's Place In Six Nations After Ireland Loss
Simon Zebo had a big take on Italy and their current standing within the Six Nations after their close run loss to Ireland on Saturday.
Edogbo cherishing 'special moment' after Ireland debut
Edwin Edogbo's Ireland debut was short and sweet and the Munster lock is keen to gain as much experience as he can in his breakthrough season.
'Are we Irish, do we want people to do well or not?'
Andy Farrell lashed out at the "keyboard warriors" who have targeted Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley ahead of another week in which the Irish out-half debate is certain to heat up.
Murrayfield nightmare: Where it went wrong for England - Analysis
England's 12-game run ended as Scotland reclaimed the Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield. Paddy Kavanagh analyses discipline, the Murrayfield factor and Finn Russell's impact.
Fired-up Scotland end England's winning streak
England's 12-game winning streak came shuddering to a halt as they crashed to their heaviest Calcutta Cup defeat in eight years at the hands of fired-up Scotland.
McCloskey: 'Our confidence probably isn't what it was'
Stuart McCloskey has acknowledged that there's been a dip in confidence levels within the Ireland squad but remains hopeful that they are close to turning the corner.
Injury pain makes 6N debut matter more for Izuchukwu
Cormac Izuchukwu reflects on his part in Ireland's 20-13 win against Italy, and how confidence has been key to getting Ulster players back into the Irish squad.
Ratings: McCloskey again leads the way in sloppy win
Here's how we rated the Irish players in their edgy 20-13 win against Italy at Aviva Stadium.
Scare can be 'absolutely huge' for Ireland - Farrell
Andy Farrell dismissed the suggestion that relief was his primary emotion following Ireland's nervy Six Nations win over Italy and believes the experience will stand to his side in the long term.
Lessons to be learned ahead of Twickenham trip - Doris
Ireland captain Caelan Doris accepted his team have "lessons" to learn for their clash against England next week after a nervy 20-13 defeat of a gutsy Italy at Aviva Stadium.
Bench boost sees Ireland secure nervy win over Italy
Ireland scored three tries as they held on for a hard-fought 20-13 Six Nations victory over Italy in Dublin.
Six Nations: Ireland 20-13 Italy - recap
Ireland are looking to bounce back from their loss in Paris as the Italians come to town for round two of the Six Nations. Follow the action here.
Six Nations R2: Itoje boost, Wales woe, Townsend heat
Sky Sports flags Maro Itoje’s England return, a Welsh crisis, and Gregor Townsend under pressure heading into Six Nations round two—key angles for bettors.
Six Nations: Ireland v Italy - All you need to know
It's round 2 of this year's Six Nations and while Ireland will be looking to bounce back after a sobering Paris experience in a fixture that has been kind to them over the years, visitors Italy arrive on the back of an opening day win over Scotland.
'Nonsense' – Conan dismisses Lions excuse for Ireland
Jack Conan believes the 'Lions effect' is not a factor in Ireland's recent run of defeats and expects a big performance against Italy this afternoon.
Six Nations: Close encounters of the Italian kind
While Ireland have traditionally had it easy against Italy in the Six Nations in Dublin, the Azzurri will feel their time is now.
Doris demands Ireland do 'things properly with intent'
Captain Caelan Doris said Ireland cannot afford to have any "passengers" against Italy as he urged team-mates to take greater individual responsibility.
Lenihan: Expect a huge backlash from Ireland
Donal Lenihan believes the new blood and the pain of a passive performance in Paris will drive Ireland to victory over Italy.
Farrell has done his talking, now for players to react
A new-look Ireland side need to react to defeat to France as Italy come looking for a first Six Nations win in Dublin, writes Michael Glennon.
Zebo: Edogbo ready to 'set the game alight'
Simon Zebo has backed Edwin Edogbo to "set the game alight" when he makes his international debut for Ireland against Italy on Saturday.
Farrell eager for new blood to take their chance
Andy Farrell has laid down the gauntlet to his team and is expecting a big response against Italy after a harrowing loss in France.
McBeth handed Scotland start; France make two changes
Glasgow prop Nathan McBeth is set for his first Guinness Six Nations start after head coach Gregor Townsend made four changes to his pack for Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown with England at Murrayfield.
'You always have to go through a little bit of pain'
Andy Farrell says all teams have to experience a little "bit of pain" as Ireland try to bounce back from a series of dispiriting losses.
Six changes for Ireland with Ulster pair to make 6N bow
Andy Farrell has made six changes to his starting XV for the visit of Italy, with Ulster pair Robert Baloucoune and Cormac Izuchukwu in line for Six Nations debuts.
Ireland lacking on-pitch leaders, says Jackman
Bernard Jackman believes that the current crop of Ireland internationals is short when it comes to vocal on-pitch leaders and that it's an issue that can only be fixed from the bottom up.
O'Sullivan: Statement performance must follow the noise
Former Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan says it's important that Ireland block out the noise that followed on from their showing in Paris, insisting that a statement performance is required in their second Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy on Saturday.
Who's In And Who's Out As Andy Farrell Names Ireland Team To Take On Italy
Andy Farrell has some big calls ahead when he chooses his Ireland team to face Italy, after an opening night drubbing by France in the Six Nations
Rugby Pod: What exactly is up with Ireland?
Hugh Cahill and Bernard Jackman dive deeper into the state of Irish rugby as the senior men's team face into a critical Six Nations clash with a resurgent Italy on Saturday.
Three changes for Ireland Under-20s to take on Italy
Ireland Under-20s coach Andrew Browne has made three changes to his side to take on Italy in Cork in Virgin Media Park on Friday night, with Rob Carney, Lee Fitzpatrick and Joe Finn coming into the team.
Six Nations history beckons for referee Davidson
Irish rugby fans are well used to seeing Hollie Davidson as the woman in the middle but this Saturday marks a new altitude for a referee who has crashed through the glass ceiling.
Speeding up game the aim as Super Rugby hits 30
Defending champions Canterbury Crusaders will look to build another dynasty in Super Rugby Pacific as the Southern Hemisphere competition celebrates its 30th season with a raft of law changes designed to speed up the game.
Itoje starts as Borthwick backs under pressure Townsend
England head coach Steve Borthwick is surprised by the scrutiny of Gregor Townsend's position as Scotland boss ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash at Murrayfield.
McCarthy says Ireland still have 'belief' after Bleus
A marked man before the game, and a lightning rod for what went wrong during it, Joe McCarthy admits the defeat to France has been eating away at him.
Scots eager to "turn everything around" against England
Pieter de Villiers is adamant a victory over England on Saturday can "turn everything around" for Scotland after a dire start to their Guinness Six Nations campaign.
Fogarty: 'Brilliant' to have Furlong back
Tadhg Furlong trained fully with the Ireland squad on Tuesday and is expected to come into the team to face Italy on Saturday.
'I feel like I'd be able to take that step no problem'
Ulster back row Bryn Ward is determined to strike while the iron is hot and make the most of his rise up the Ireland ranks.
Capuozzo returns but Brex ruled out for Italy in Dublin
Italy have been handed a boost with the return to their squad of full-back Ange Capuozzo as they prepare to take on Ireland in the Six Nations, but must do without Nacho Brex in midfield.
Feyi-Waboso faces Six Nations absence as hamstring fears grow
England's Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been ruled out of the Scotland game after a hamstring injury and faces the prospect of missing the entire Six Nations.
Jackman: Irish player pathway system creaking
Bernard Jackman believes IRFU high-performance director David Humphreys has a major job on his hands to address the player pathway system in the country that has failed to widen the playing pool.
Ferris: Number 10 uncertainty could be damaging Ireland
Stephen Ferris says that it's becoming a case of 'be careful what you wish for' for Irish rugby fans, as the battle for the number 10 jersey rages on.
O'Gara: Under-appreciated Italy can upset Ireland
Italy remain under-appreciated within the Six Nations and have the capacity to give an Irish team licking its wounds a serious examination this weekend, according to former Irish international Ronan O'Gara.
Ward joins Ireland squad again as Furlong trains again
Ulster back row Bryn Ward has joined the Ireland squad ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with Italy at Aviva Stadium, while Tadhg Furlong has continued his return to fitness in the bid to be available for the game.
The big worry? We lost battles that don't need talent
Ireland were well beaten by a supremely talented France last Thursday, but it was the absence of some basic qualities that will most frustrate Andy Farrell. He needs to change something quickly, writes Jonny Holland.
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