England came to Dublin with great expectations but like 2011 they could quite make it over the line to win a back-to-back Grand Slam and 19 consecutive winsTaking the plaudits: England won the Six Nations but were undone by Irish intensityIn a nutshell In a dank, overcast Dublin, Ireland and England served up a blood and thunder affair that should …Continue reading »
It was another intriguing weekend of rugby where Wales, France and England came out on top but who were the star performers of Round Four?Back in business: George North scored two tries against Ireland in a fine displayBy Alex Shaw If the Irish, Scottish and Welsh players all delivered their British and Irish Lions statements in notable …Continue reading »
Wales emerged victorious from a titanic battle between two Celts intent on gaining bragging rights at the Principality Stadium, but what did we learn?On the run: George North goes on the rampage late in the Wales v Ireland gameWales win using the whole pitch During the past three to four seasons under Warren Gatland, the only time that …Continue reading »
Wales emerged victorious from a titanic battle between two Celts intent on gaining bragging rights at the Principality Stadium, but what did we learn?On the run: George North goes on the rampage late in the Wales v Ireland gameWales win using the whole pitch During the past three to four seasons under Warren Gatland, the only time that …Continue reading »
What's hot and what's not from Wales' 2017 Six Nations match against IrelandTake two: George North and Rhys Webb celebrate Wales' second try. Photo: Getty ImagesWhat's hot and what's not from Wales' 2017 Six Nations match against Ireland