# Six Nations

Yesterday

23rd March 2023

# rugby incident

'As a fellow fullback, I feel for him' - Keenan accepted Steward apology

The Ireland fullback believes he was involved in an accidental collision with the England player.

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Thu 12:02 AM

This week

19th March 2023 - 24th March 2023

# road to glory

It's a lopsided World Cup but Farrell's Ireland won't fear anyone

The draws means the top five-ranked teams in the world are on one side of the tournament.

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Wed 5:08 PM

# lock

James Ryan has taken his game to a completely new level with Ireland

Still only 26, the Ireland second row is well on track to be a centurion.

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Tue 7:30 PM

# Tommy Bowe

Andy Farrell backed for Lions job after leading Ireland to the Grand Slam

Farrell served as Lions defence coach in 2013 and 2017.

7.8k

Tue 5:19 PM

# Update

Connacht hopeful of Bealham return before end of season

Meanwhile, Jack Carty and Denis Buckley are set to miss the Edinburgh tie.

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Tue 2:12 PM

# Contract

Ireland lock Henderson has big decision to make after offer from Japan

The 31-year-old also has a contract extension offer to stay at home.

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Mon 9:32 PM

# reflections

Best moment? Ireland's star? World Cup hopes? Our writers review 2023 Six Nations

The curtain came down on the tournament on Saturday night.

9.3k

Mon 8:00 PM

# Treatment Table

Sexton set for scan on groin injury picked up in Six Nations game

The out-half limped off towards the end of Saturday’s game.

7.9k

Mon 6:15 PM

# Awards

Irish trio make player of the Six Nations shortlist

Caelan Doris, Hugo Keenan and Mack Hansen in contention for award.

25.9k

Mon 5:00 PM

# Awards

Irish trio make player of the Six Nations shortlist

Caelan Doris, Hugo Keenan and Mack Hansen in contention for award.

15.7k

Mon 2:56 PM

# Grand Slam

Ireland rugby boss Andy Farrell plans on making team even better for tilt at World Cup glory

‘There’s a long way for us to go for us to be at our best.’

21.2k

Mon 8:15 AM

# Jack Conan

'We spoke all week about this being one of the greatest days of our lives'

Jack Conan and Ross Byrne both made important contributions off the bench against England.

8.4k

Mon 7:15 AM

# Grand Slammers

A spectacular Paddy's weekend shows Irish rugby is in rude health

Ireland celebrated two Grand Slams in the space of 24 hours.

10.9k

Mon 6:30 AM

# Grand Ambitions

Farrell plans on making Ireland even better for tilt at World Cup glory

‘There’s a long way for us to go for us to be at our best.’

19.2k

Mon 6:00 AM

# Leader

'Growing up, all I wanted to do was play for Ireland and captain Ireland'

Johnny Sexton helped his team to Grand Slam glory before being forced off injured.

9.3k

Sun 12:30 PM

# Analysis

Sheehan's set-piece stunner, Conan's offload, and the Grand Slam-sealing tries

Ireland came up with some clinical scores when they needed them most.

21.6k

Sun 9:16 AM

# ryan baird

'I saw it and thought, 'this is what Tadhg Beirne would do', so I just did what he'd do!'

Ireland lock Ryan Baird made some big contributions on the biggest day of his young career.

19.8k

Sun 6:15 AM

Last week

12th March 2023 - 18th March 2023

# World Cup

Andy Farrell: 'We're a good side that has nowhere near reached its potential'

Ireland will celebrate the Grand Slam but the World Cup is already in view.

50.5k

Sat 10:17 PM

# Comment

Sexton gets dream Six Nations send-off on historic day for Irish rugby

The Ireland captain was the centre of attention but others stood up when the team needed it.

31.0k

Sat 9:17 PM

# that winning feeling

'It's an unbelievable feeling, just so much pride to play for this country'

Ireland’s Josh van der Flier and Mack Hansen reflect on a special day at Aviva Stadium.

16.7k

Sat 9:09 PM

# World Cup

'We're a good side that has nowhere near reached its potential' - Farrell

Ireland will celebrate the Grand Slam but the World Cup is already in view.

22.3k

Sat 9:07 PM

# Big call

'I was surprised' - England captain Farrell on Steward's red card

The England fullback was sent off after a collision with Hugo Keenan.

17.9k

Sat 8:47 PM

# Comment

Sexton gets dream Six Nations send-off on historic day for Irish rugby

The Ireland captain was the centre of attention but others stood up when the team needed it.

9.5k

Sat 8:36 PM

# Glory Days

Ireland finish over the top of England to claim glorious Grand Slam

There were nervy moments but Andy Farrell’s side had too much for 14-man England.

34.7k

Sat 7:12 PM

# Glory Days

Ireland finish over the top of England to claim glorious Grand Slam

There were nervy moments but Andy Farrell’s side had too much for 14-man England.

18.2k

Sat 7:01 PM

# Allez les Bleus

Penaud double helps France beat Wales in Six Nations

A 41-28 win for the home side in Paris.

4.7k

Sat 4:51 PM

# Breakthrough

Welsh regions finally cleared to offer new contracts to players

Prolonged and bitter wrangling led frustrated Wales internationals to threaten a players’ strike during the Six Nations.

4.8k

Mar 18th 2023, 1:13 PM

# Comment

Win or lose, Irish rugby is enjoying another golden era

Grand Slam success would be just reward for a team that deserve to be celebrated.

10.4k

Mar 18th 2023, 9:00 AM

# jvdf

'They've taken me training since I was five... it’s nice to have them there'

World Rugby player of the year Josh van der Flier makes his team-mates look good.

30.2k

Mar 18th 2023, 8:00 AM

# On the brink

Grand Slam beckons on what could be one of Irish rugby's greatest days

Andy Farrell’s men are overwhelming favourites to get the job done against England.

7.3k

Mar 18th 2023, 6:00 AM

# Best of Friends

'When I'm not playing against them, I watch Ireland with a smile on my face'

England hooker Jamie George will go up against some close friends in Dublin.

47.5k

Mar 17th 2023, 10:00 PM

# Family ties

'There’s definitely a lot of pride for the job he’s doing' - Owen Farrell on facing father Andy

Farrell’s father Andy stands on the brink of coaching Ireland to a Six Nations Grand Slam.

9.3k

Mar 17th 2023, 4:59 PM

# Goat

'When you stand next to Johnny Sexton, you feel pretty special'

The Ireland captain will play his last Six Nations game tomorrow in Dublin.

7.3k

Mar 17th 2023, 2:54 PM

# Family

'Garry is fine' - Ringrose still playing big role with Ireland after his injury

Ireland also had the players’ families in for today’s captain’s run in Dublin.

16.2k

Mar 17th 2023, 12:51 PM

# mindset

Farrell asks Ireland to invoke spirit of Croker as he says 'desperation is an illness'

The Ireland head coach wants his team to attack tomorrow’s game with clear heads.

17.9k

Mar 17th 2023, 7:00 AM

# Milestone

'He's goal-kicking this weekend' - Van der Flier set to hit 50 mark

The Ireland flanker made his debut against England back in 2016.

10.1k

Mar 17th 2023, 6:30 AM

# The old enemy

The pessimism about England's chances in Dublin is stark

Steve Borthwick’s men have arrived in Dublin ahead of St Patrick’s weekend.

14.5k

Mar 16th 2023, 8:43 PM

# Changes

Arundell set for first start and Farrell returns as England name team to face Ireland

Arundell has replaced Max Malins on the left wing.

12.6k

Mar 16th 2023, 5:33 PM

# Six Nations

Three changes to Ireland team for Grand Slam decider against England

Robbie Henshaw, Ryan Baird, and Jamison Gibson-Park come into the starting XV.

19.2k

Mar 16th 2023, 4:34 PM

# Talking Points

Baird unleashed, Gibson-Park's vision, Henshaw's experience at 13

Andy Farrell will be hugely relieved to be able to start Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris.

13.1k

Mar 16th 2023, 4:10 PM