IRELAND

Ireland hold off Wales fightback to secure bonus-point victory in Dublin

Ireland made it three wins from four in the 2026 Six Nations but were made to work for their 27-17 bonus-point victory over Wales at the Aviva Stadium on Friday.

07 Mar 2026

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.

24 Feb 2026

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.

23 Feb 2026

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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.

22 Feb 2026

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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.

19 Feb 2026

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.

16 Feb 2026