Ireland

As we look back over the 2023 Six Nations we pick out the players who impressed throughout the competition.

Talking Rugby Union's John Wiffen shares his reflections on the Six Nations, including praise for one of France's half-backs and why Jack Willis stood out from the rest.

Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen said the expectations of Ireland following their Grand Slam triumph will add to their pressure of performing in the upcoming Rugby World Cup scheduled in France later this year.

Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton heaped praises on head coach Andy Farrell following their Six Nations Grand Slam triumph.

Ireland have claimed their fourth Six Nations Grand Slam as they defeated England 29-16 in the fifth and final round at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has warned his side to guard against desperation as they face England in the final round of the Six Nations competition in Dublin on Saturday.

With the odds overwhelming stacked against them to scupper Ireland's Grand Slam dreams, Steve Borthwick has made four changes to his England side as he continues to search for cohesiveness.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has named Owen Farrell at fly-half for the final round Six Nations clash against Ireland to be played in Dublin on Saturday.

England full-back Freddie Steward has urged his side to bounce back in the fifth and final round of the Six Nations tournament in Dublin on Saturday.

Ireland prop Cian Healy says they will not take England lightly despite their indifferent form as the two teams lock horns with each in the fifth and final round of the Six Nations tournament at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.

Andy Farrell will need to turn to his strength in depth as Ireland target Six Nations glory, but he will certainly be encouraged by the pool of talent below the senior team, including back-row Ruadhán Quinn.

Ireland and France have retained their top two positions in the World Rugby Rankings following the fourth round of the Six Nations.

While Ireland's cohesiveness has left them on the cusp of a Six Nations Grand Slam, England and Smith are still trying to find the right formula.

Ireland will miss the services of Garry Ringrose and Iain Henderson for the final round of the Six Nations game against England on Saturday due to injuries.

England will be without centre Ollie Lawrence for the final round of the Six Nations clash against Ireland following a hamstring injury.

Ireland have kept their hope of winning the Six Nations Grand Slam alive as they defeated Scotland 22-7 in the fourth round of the competition at Murrayfield Stadium on Sunday.

After a heavy 10-53 loss to France on Saturday evening, England captain Owen Farrell spoke about the defeat and where he and his teammates will put their focus ahead of Ireland next weekend in Dublin.

Former Scotland captain says Hogg has shown 'character in recent times' when he has experienced highs and lows but is full of praise for the Exeter Chiefs full-back.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made six changes to the starting line up for the fourth round Six Nations clash against Scotland to be played at Murrayfield on Sunday.

In an exclusive chat with TRU's Gary Heatly, Hardie looks ahead to the first instalment of Scotland's versus Ireland this year, heaps praise on Stuart Hogg and discusses staying in the sport following his retirement.