#Ireland
Sexton settled into Ireland rhythm and ready to duel France
The skipper feels improvements in training as he looks forward to a return to Paris.
'I got away with murder when I was younger' - Healy set for 100th Ireland cap
The 33-year-old nearly retired from rugby in 2015 but battled his way back to the top.
Henshaw and Aki set for titanic midfield battle against Fickou and Vakatawa
The Leinster man was sharp off the bench against Italy last weekend.
France wing Thomas ruled out of Ireland clash with fullback Bouthier a doubt
The Racing 92 man scored a superb try against Wales last weekend.
'That's what Ireland need, multiple first receivers and an unpredictability'
Ireland’s attack came in for praise on the latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.
Ireland rule out Ringrose for November, Cooney and Earls back in frame
Jamison Gibson-Park’s international debut was tempered with a tight hamstring.
'I kept trucking away. I knew my time would come if I just kept at it'
24-year-old Will Connors was man of the match on his Ireland debut against Italy.
Farrell seems likely to stick with settled Ireland team for trip to Paris
There were lots of good performances in the 50-17 win over Italy on Saturday.
England win Women's Six Nations after France held to draw ahead of Ireland showdown
The French are coming to Dublin for their final game of the tournament next weekend.
Ireland's pack of jackals well suited to the refocused breakdown interpretations
Andy Farrell was most pleased with his side’s defensive work in the big win over Italy.
France lock Le Roux could miss Six Nations clash with Ireland after citing
The Racing 92 man was involved in an incident with Wales’ Alun Wyn Jones in the first-half last night.
Conor Murray only box kicked twice for Ireland against Italy. This is why
Ireland had encouraging variety in their kicking game as they beat Italy in Dublin.
Ireland 'satisfied' with gritty Italy win and grateful for France gesture to play final Six Nations game in Dublin
Adam Griggs’ side has one more game to play after picking up another home win on Saturday night.
Dupont double as France beat Wales before Ireland showdown
France scrum-half Antoine Dupont scored twice in his side’s 38-21 victory over Wales tonight.
'These are trying times for people and we wanted to put in a big performance'
Andrew Porter is hoping Ireland can pull off a shock in Paris next week and give the nation a lift.
‘Blessed, privileged, incredible’ – how it feels to make your Ireland debut
At 28, Jamison Gibson-Park feared international rugby had passed him by. Today’s debut for Ireland caps off an incredible personal journey.
Three-try Ireland complete Italian job to maintain winning home Six Nations form
Adam Griggs’ charges got their campaign back underway with a win at Energia Park.
'They typified our performance' - Best mates Connors and Keenan shine for Ireland
Jamison Gibson-Park and Ed Byrne also won their first caps off the bench against Italy.
Garry Ringrose suffers broken jaw against Italy in blow for Ireland
The Leinster man could be sidelined for four to six weeks, according to Andy Farrell.
Sexton: 'We have it all to do in Paris - but we're a special group. We can win there'
Ireland can still win this year’s Six Nations title but it is advantage England as we head into next week’s final round of fixtures.
Debutants impress as Ireland secure bonus-point win to keep Six Nations hopes alive
Andy Farrell’s men scored seven tries in a 50-17 win over Italy in Dublin.
As it happened: Ireland v Italy, Six Nations
Andy Farrell’s side run in seven tries to hammer Italy at the Aviva.
'I was a player who served bread and butter when people wanted cake'
Rob Kearney has won two Grand Slams, four Six Nations titles and four Champions Cups but he tells Garry Doyle that luck was a key factor in his success.
Scanning, kicking, more playmakers, solid set-piece - Ireland's attack aims this autumn
Attack coach Mike Catt says teams ‘can’t just be one-dimensional anymore.’
'It's going to be fun': Conway revelling in the competition under Farrell
Training and form carry a great deal more weight under Andy Farrell, the Munster wing says.
'We don't just see him as a chop tackler' - Ireland back Connors' attacking skills
Attack coach Mike Catt also believes newcomer Hugo Keenan has “a huge future.”
'They are so ready to do something special. I hope we can make the Irish people proud'
Vera Pauw’s Ireland are all set for the biggest game of their lives.
Ireland coach Adam Griggs leaves door open for Louise Galvin to walk through
Griggs has already had talks with Galvin who was a star on the Sevens circuit.
John Hayes backs Andrew Porter to pass Italian and French exams
Porter struggled for Leinster against Saracens in last month’s Champions Cup quarter-final but Munster and Ireland legend Hayes believes the tight-head will thrive in the Six Nations.
'They're wise heads' - A first start for Ireland in experienced company as Six Nations resumes
Dorothy Wall has been named to start against Italy after some impressive appearances earlier this year.
'Absolutely scary... We're grateful it was found early' - Ireland welcome back Naoupu after health scare
The star centre is among a list of key players that have returned to the squad in time for their Six Nations clash with Italy.
From The42
Italy make five changes for Saturday's date with Ireland
Italians change both half-backs as they bid for first win on Irish soil this century.
POM provides Ireland back-up but van der Flier 'doing nothing wrong'
Will Connors will make his Test debut at openside flanker against Italy on Saturday.
'We think Jacob has all the attributes to push forward at fullback' - Farrell
The 24-year-old Ulsterman has been picked in Ireland’s number 15 shirt against Italy.
Keenan and Connors handed debuts as Stockdale moves to 15 for Ireland
Ed Byrne and Jamison Gibson-Park are set for their first caps off the bench against Italy.
'It's just unprofessional. If you look at any kind of work environment, it’s frowned upon'
Ireland striker Rianna Jarrett says ‘there is no place’ in football for incidents like Sergio Agüero’s contact with Sian Massey-Ellis.
'It's an honour to do it and when he asked me to do it again, I was delighted'
Johnny Sexton has been reflecting on his captaincy of Ireland as the Six Nations gets underway again.
'Conor Murray's pass is the best pass in Ireland' - Brian O'Driscoll
The former Ireland captain believes some criticism of the scrum-half has been unwarranted.
Training with a sheep has jackal specialist CJ Stander in fine fettle
The Munster back row is heading into the restarted Six Nations in superb form.
Sexton feeling greater responsibility and gratitude as ireland prepare to play through Level 5
The exemption granted to elite sport has the Ireland skipper feeling privileged.
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