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Ireland monitor James Lowe fitness as 11 players return to URC duty
Ireland are awaiting further assessments on star winger James Lowe, who is recovering from a groin injury sustained during their recent win over England.
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Ellis Genge apologises after Ireland rout England to end Six Nations title hopes
England's Six Nations title hopes were effectively ended after a record 42-21 defeat to Ireland at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, with Ellis Genge apologising to supporters and admitting the squad had "believed the hype" after their opening-round win.
Brian O'Driscoll stunned by Ireland's comprehensive display against England
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll admits he was completely shocked by how Ireland was able to dismantle England at Twickenham in the Six Nations.
Wayward Sam Prendergast dropped for Ireland's clash against England
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has axed Sam Prendergast for the Six Nations clash against England at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on Saturday.
Ireland boss defends panicky Prendergast amid poor form
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has come to the defence of under pressure flyhalf Sam Prendergast following another below-par performance against Italy on Saturday.
Ireland fend off strong challenge from Italy to clinch opening Six Nations win
Ireland reignited their Six Nations campaign with a hard-fought 20-13 victory over Italy in Dublin on Saturday, denying the Azzurri a first-ever championship win on Irish soil.
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