Six Nations: How Ireland exploited narrow Welsh defence

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Following Ireland’s bonus point win over Wales in the Six Nations questions were asked regarding the narrow Welsh defence and what it set out to do. Robert Rees takes a look at how Wales’ narrow defence was exploited by the Irish attack, which ultimately lead to their downfall. Ireland carefully plot Welsh Six Nations victory […] READ MORE



Rugby World Cup – Japan winning more than games

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Hosting your own Rugby World Cup leaves you with several burdens. One, you have to perform reasonably well and two, you have to engage the wider audience into your spectacle. This is easier said than done, especially for a country that takes a lot to remove sumo wrestling from the headlines – something Japan’s opening […] READ MORE


Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders

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Looking at the Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders, England may be seen as the best Challenger. But Wales and Ireland must be considered seriously too. Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders Six Nations’ champions Wales goes into the RWC as one of the favourites to win the cup. The Welsh side which was ranked first, albeit […] READ MORE



Surviving another All Blacks loss

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Not a common experience for fans, although it has occurred twice in this one season, but surviving another All Blacks loss will test the faith of many fans belief. Some will ask How? Others will think Who is to blame? While a few might suggest Which player can help us win? All those questions and […] READ MORE


Joey Carbery starts for Ireland against Australia

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An intriguing selection from Joe Schmidt as he named his squad for the first of three tests in Australia, kicking off in Brisbane this Saturday (KO 11.05am Irish time). The most noticeable selection of all, is Joey Carbery at 10. Joey Carbery starts at fly half Joey Carbery starts at 10, with Johnny Sexton wearing […] READ MORE