Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe celebrates scoring their first try against England on February 6, 2021
Five talking points ahead of the next round of Six Nations matches
A fascinating instalment of action lies ahead.
Feb 8, 12:02
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Ireland's Johnny Sexton remains positive despite Wales defeat
The early dismissal of flanker Peter O'Mahony contributed heavily to Sunday's frustrating loss to Wales.
Feb 8, 09:35
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell urges Ireland to make a statement of intent against Wales
The Irish are seeking a first Six Nations win in Cardiff since 2013.
Feb 6, 09:20
 Wales' George North pictured in March 2020
The big talking points ahead of Wales' Six Nations clash with Ireland
Cardiff's Principality Stadium will be used on Sunday for the first time as a rugby venue since Wales lost to France there almost 12 months ago.
Feb 5, 16:02
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell demands Ireland players stick to coronavirus protocols
Josh Adams is suspended for the first two Guinness Six Nations matches, including Sunday's opener against Ireland.
Feb 5, 14:20
 James Lowe celebrates scoring on December 2019
Ireland recall Josh van der Flier and James Lowe for Wales opener
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has also recalled wing James Lowe for the Six Nations opener against Wales.
Feb 5, 12:02
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Johnny Sexton: 'We can win the Six Nations'
Captain Johnny Sexton arrived in the Irish camp nursing a hamstring problem but trained fully on Wednesday.
Feb 3, 18:06
 Peter O'Mahony pictured in March 2019
Peter O'Mohony reacts to Caelan Doris withdrawal
Leinster number eight Caelan Doris left the Irish camp after suffering with concussion symptoms.
Feb 3, 15:36
 Ireland captain Paul O' Connell in action during the 2015 Rugby World Cup Pool D match against France on October 11, 2015
Paul O'Connell: 'I would have regretted not taking Ireland role'
The 41-year-old expressed doubts about continuing a professional coaching career after leaving Stade Francais in 2019.
Feb 3, 08:10
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Ireland coach Paul O'Connell admits Caelan Doris injury is a major blow
The 22-year-old Leinster backrow burst on to the international scene in 2020.
Feb 2, 15:26
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Ireland without Caelan Doris and Quinn Roux for Six Nations opener with Wales
Both players have returned to their provinces for medical assessment.
Feb 2, 13:02
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell wants Ireland to move up "pecking order" at Six Nations
The Irish were forced to settle for third place in the 2020 tournament.
Jan 27, 12:55
 Ireland's Jacob Stockdale in action against Italy on February 24, 2019
Jacob Stockdale absent from Ireland's Six Nations squad
The 24-year-old suffered a knee injury earlier this month.
Jan 25, 11:20
 Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend braced for "toughest pool" in World Cup
Scotland have been drawn alongside world champions South Africa and Six Nations rivals Ireland.
Dec 14, 15:28
 Scotland's Sean Maitland scores their first try against Samoa at the Rugby World Cup on September 30, 2019
Ireland and Scotland drawn alongside South Africa for World Cup pool stage
The tournament will take place in France.
Dec 14, 12:42
 Owen Farrell lifts the trophy as England overcome France to win the Autumn Nations Cup on December 6, 2020
Five things we learned from the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup
The competition replaced traditional visits from the southern hemisphere super-powers because of Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Dec 7, 14:34
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Caelan Doris pleased with Ireland's "best performance of the year"
Caelan Doris was named man of the match following Saturday's 31-16 victory over Scotland.
Dec 6, 09:26
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Johnny Sexton tips Ireland to become world beaters after Scotland victory
Ireland recovered from a slow start to defeat Scotland 31-16.
Dec 5, 18:46
 Ireland players celebrate after beating Scotland in the Autumn Nations Cup on December 5, 2020
Keith Earls stars as Ireland march to victory over Scotland
Cian Healy also touched down in a 31-16 win, with Duhan Van Der Merwe scoring Scotland's only try.
Dec 5, 16:49
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Mike Catt backs Johnny Sexton to perform into golden years
Former England back Catt played in the 2007 World Cup final at the age of 36.
Dec 5, 08:44
 England's Jonny May scores their first try against Ireland in the Autumn Nations Cup on November 21, 2020
Mike Catt calls for Ireland to end 2020 on a high note
The Irish have the opportunity to end an inconsistent 2020 in positive fashion against Scotland on Saturday.
Dec 4, 14:05
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
A look at Ireland's Autumn Nations Cup clash with Scotland
Third place in the Autumn Nations Cup is up for grabs in Dublin on Saturday.
Dec 4, 13:59
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell: 'I can deal with stresses of managing Ireland'
Andy Farrell is bidding to conclude an erratic first year as head coach with victory over Scotland.
Dec 4, 09:05
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell insists Ireland are determined to end 2020 on a high note
Andy Farrell has named arguably his strongest available XV for the Autumn Nations Cup third-place play-off.
Dec 3, 19:38
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Johnny Sexton set for Ireland return against Scotland
Head coach Andy Farrell has made six changes to his starting XV.
Dec 3, 14:33
 Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray in action against England during the Six Nations on February 2, 2019
Conor Murray: 'Scotland will be relishing Ireland clash'
The Dublin clash will decide who finishes third in the Autumn Nations Cup.
Dec 2, 16:06
 Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are progressing despite criticism
Andy Farrell's first year in the job was assessed as "an average return" by the IRFU.
Dec 1, 14:52
 Ireland's Billy Burns in action against Georgia on November 29, 2020
Ireland without Billy Burns and James Lowe for Scotland clash
The duo are struggling with groin problems ahead of the Autumn Nations Cup third-place play-off.
Dec 1, 11:05
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
IRFU chief insists Andy Farrell is "absolutely" the right man for Ireland
Andy Farrell's tenure has come under scrutiny due to a series of inconsistent performances and results.
Dec 1, 08:39
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Ireland coach Andy Farrell to be given time to build on "average" first year
The Irish finished third in the Guinness Six Nations.
Nov 30, 15:45
 Ireland's James Ryan pictured in February 2020
James Ryan: 'Ireland are heading in the right direction'
The Irish failed to impress as they set up a third-place play-off with Scotland in the Autumn Nations Cup.
Nov 30, 11:26
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell unhappy with Ireland performance against Georgia
The Irish failed to assert their dominance over inferior opposition in Dublin.
Nov 29, 18:19
 Ireland's Billy Burns in action against Georgia on November 29, 2020
Billy Burns impresses as Ireland overcome Georgia in Dublin
Andy Farrell's men set up a third-place play-off with Scotland.
Nov 29, 16:24
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
The key talking points ahead of Ireland's showdown with Georgia
The Irish have never lost to Georgia.
Nov 28, 16:35
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Georgia captain insists Ireland are still among the world's best
The Irish have suffered a succession of defeats against elite opposition.
Nov 28, 14:40
 England's Jonny May scores their first try against Ireland in the Autumn Nations Cup on November 21, 2020
John Fogarty urges Ireland to battle against "robust" Georgia team
The Irish are heavy favourites to return to winning ways in the Autumn Nations Cup.
Nov 28, 13:32
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell: 'Stuart McCloskey must not be too desperate'
Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey is poised to make his first international appearance in two years.
Nov 27, 08:46
 Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell wants Billy Burns to "run the show" against Georgia
Billy Burns has been selected as part of nine changes to Ireland's starting XV.
Nov 26, 15:02
 Billy Burns in action for Ulster against Bath in November 2019
Billy Burns to start for Ireland against Georgia
Billy Burns' selection is one of nine changes to head coach Andy Farrell's starting XV.
Nov 26, 13:41
 Ireland's James Ryan pictured in February 2020
James Ryan: 'We are close to world's top teams'
Saturday's Autumn Nations Cup loss to England was the latest in a string of defeats to higher-ranked sides for the Irish.
Nov 25, 16:50
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