Simon Easterby handed significant driving ban and fine for offence abroad
Not ideal… Ireland’s Six Nations interim head coach, Simon Easterby, has been handed a significant driving ban and fine. The Welsh-born, former Ireland player, was driving over the 70mph speed limit on a dual carriageway in Cornwall, England. According to the BBC, Easterby, who lives in Wales, appeared before Cardiff Magistrates’ Court on Monday. It […]
11 months ago
Simon Easterby Lions role criticised by Ireland fans
Some are not happy with the appointment After achieving four wins from five in the Six Nations under the guidance of Simon Easterby, there will be further shake-up in the Ireland coaching setup for their summer Tests against Georgia and Portugal. Not only will Easterby be heading off with Andy Farrell and the Lions, so […]
1 year ago
A clever move from Simon Easterby reportedly saved Garry Ringrose’s Six Nations
Well played from the head coach When Garry Ringrose received a two-game ban after his red card against Wales for a head-contact hit on Ben Thomas, there was criticism from all corners due to what they felt were double standards from World Rugby. This was because France’s Romain Ntamack, who was shown a red card […]
1 year ago
Warren Gatland steps down as Wales head coach with Easterby lined up
“I am conscious and well aware that if things don’t improve, then there is likely to be a change from the union.” Warren Gatland has left his post as Wales head coach this afternoon. The New Zealander led his side to an unprecedented 14 straight defeats, and they have slipped to 12th in the world […]
1 year ago
‘He’s not irreplaceable’ – Ronan O’Gara claims the ‘show must go on’ for Ireland despite Farrell loss
The Munster legend argued that just because the current head coach has been a huge success, it doesn’t mean he is completely untouchable. Ronan O’Gara has described Ireland head coach Andy Farrell as being ‘not irreplaceable’ and has urged the squad to step up in his absence. The Corkman is very familiar with the pressures and […]
1 year ago
Caelan Doris named Ireland captain as seven uncapped players included in squad
Andy Farrell is giving the new kids on the block a chance. Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named his 35-man squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series. Leinster star Caelan Doris has been named as the team captain, while the uncapped duo of Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast. Both of whom featured for Emerging Ireland in Bloemfontein […]
1 year ago