Ireland player ratings as they take the Wallabies down in epic test match
What a contest! Ireland have beaten Australia by 33-31, after being behind for the majority of the game. It was a rusty performance with a lot of errors, but they dug deep. Tom O’Toole – 6 Scrum was solid, but that’s not saying much against the Aussies. Didn’t show his Six Nations form, but a […]
1 week ago
Five changes Andy Farrell may look at for the Lions’ second Test
Constant improvement is needed. While the Lions were comfortable victors against Australia – only looking in any way under pressure, at kick-off and after Max Jorgensen’s 28th minute try – the scoreline will have disappointed them given their general dominance over a dull Wallabies side. As such, head coach Andy Farrell and his management team […]
1 year ago
Our powerful Lions starting Test XV after three games
Some side! Three games in and the Lions Test side is starting to take shape. Some have risen in the pecking order, while others have blown their chances already. Needless to say, whatever the selection from Andy Farrell, it will be one hell of a team. Front row Dan Sheehan is probably the most nailed […]
1 year ago
Matt Williams warns ‘arrogant’ Irish rugby public and Lions of potential humbling
He came out all guns blazing ahead of the Australia tour. The Lions are set to face Argentina on Friday evening at the Aviva Stadium. Following this game, Lions head coach Andy Farrell and his men will travel to Australia for the 2025 tour. The Lions will play nine matches in Australia as part of […]
1 year ago
Joe Schmidt reportedly set to succeed Eddie Jones as Australia coach
The Wallabies need a hard re-set. The Sydney Morning Herald is reporting that former Ireland boss, Joe Schmidt is Rugby Australia’s number one target to be head coach of the Wallabies. Schmidt, who led Ireland to three Six Nations titles, including a 2018 Grand Slam, had been part of the All Blacks coaching and selection […]
2 years ago
Matt Williams slammed for post-match take on Nic White being able to play on after head blow
“I totally disagree. We’re not doctors!” There was a moment of controversy during Australia’s 13-10 defeat to Ireland, at Aviva Stadium on Saturday, as scrumhalf Nic White returned to the field of play after taking a knock to the head, and looking shaky in the aftermath. White looked to have been stunned after diving at […]
3 years ago