Something to ease the pain of not having any Guinness Six Nations action this weekend...
As much as we love the Guinness Six Nations, it hasn't always been a smooth road. Since the addition of Italy in 2000 to complete the set, we've seen everything from Triple Crowns and Grand Slams to dramatic drop-goals and that time a fox got onto the pitch.
I for one wouldn't change a thing (except perhaps Vincent Clerc's try in 2007). The lows only make the highs like those of 2009 and 2018 all the sweeter, and the fact that the World Cup draw is being made this year certainly raises the stakes.
If you fancy yourself as something of a Six Nations expert, take a look at our quiz below. We've gone for 10 random questions based on Ireland's history over the past 20 years (yes, it has been that long), so it would take something special to get full marks!
That seems to be that. Away from Ireland’s Triple Crown-winning exploits on the rugby pitch, there has been the ‘slight’ distraction that is Andy Farrell’s contract. Speculation over his post-World Cup plans ramped up when it was reported that Saracens were looking to bring him back. However, the latest comments from Ireland’s head coach suggest […]
It’s getting close! With the Six Nations over and done with, Ireland’s 2027 World Cup match-day squad has become a whole lot clearer. We’ve picked the side we would like to see, with a few surprises on the bench. Loosehead prop – Paddy McCarthy After injuries to Ireland’s top-three looseheads – Andrew Porter, Jack Boyle […]
Very fair from the Ireland boss. Scotland came to the Aviva Stadium with a Six Nations title on their minds, but these dreams were firmly put to down bed by an Ireland side who were on top from minute one to 80. Aside from the stellar displays from most of the players, another aspect of […]