A bit harsh. Finlay Bealham was the first late call-up to the Lions squad, after Zander Fagerson was forced to withdraw through injury. While it is cruel luck for the Scot, most fans were delighted for the popular Connacht man, who many felt should have been named in the original squad. Sale Sharks tighthead Asher […]

9 months ago

Ever the controversial pundit. Ever since his return in January following a lengthy injury, Ireland and Leinster hooker, Dan Sheehan, has been in sensational form. In nine matches since his comeback the 26-year old has scored 12 tries. To put that into perspective, the try-machine, wing-wizard, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, only has ten tries in his last […]

11 months ago

“He is a Test centre to his bootlaces when running free.” Given his form for Leinster heading into the Six Nations, fans would have expected more from Ireland’s Garry Ringrose during the tournament. However, the outside centre will have been disappointed with his performances. After a first-half red card against Wales cost his side dearly […]

1 year ago

“Osborne is a real talent” Sunday Times writer Stephen Jones is known for his controversial takes, and his ability to rile up fans on social media is still unmatched. Many feel that he often has a bias against Ireland, but his recent Lions squad includes a youngster that not many see as someone who will […]

1 year ago

‘Whisper it in Munster… ‘ Peter O’Mahony has ramped it up so many times against England that it was strange to see him so muted at Twickenham. The Munster captain had a decent game in the home win over Italy, and was retained to the starting XV for Saturday’s game against England. The 2017 Lion […]

4 years ago

“The rest is up for grabs.” Stephen Jones feels six players are on-course for Lions Test starts, but notes Sam Simmonds could yet force himself into the picture. This time next week, we will all be reflecting on the British & Irish Lions tour opener… in Edinburgh of all places. Warren Gatland’s side have been […]

5 years ago