Ciarán Kennedy

O'Connell: 'Guys need experiences to learn what it takes' Paul O’Connell on Ireland’s form, the lineout, and why Wales remain a dangerous opponent.

O'Connell: 'Guys need experiences to learn what it takes'

Paul O’Connell on Ireland’s form, the lineout, and why Wales remain a dangerous opponent.

'It felt like every time I opened Instagram for two or three days, it was just my face' Stuart McCloskey is enjoying his strong run of form in the Ireland team.

Piece with Stuart McCloskey: 'It felt like every time I opened Instagram for two or three days, it was just my face'

Even after a record-breaking day in Twickenham, Ireland see room for improvement Simon Easterby reflects on Ireland’s big win over England, and looks ahead to next Friday’s clash with Wales.

Even after a record-breaking day in Twickenham, Ireland see room for improvement:

Business as usual for Ireland despite Farrell links to Saracens The Ireland head coach has been linked with a return to his former club in 2027.

Business as usual for Ireland despite Farrell links to Saracens:

Ireland monitor Lowe's groin injury as 11 players released back to provinces As the Six Nations take a break week, Andy Farrell has released a number of players ahead of this weekend’s URC games.

Ireland monitor Lowe's groin injury as 11 players released back to provinces:

'We knew if we delivered, we could beat anyone on our day' Joe McCarthy was back to his physical best in Twickenham on Saturday.

Enjoyed chatting to Joe McCarthy in Twickenham.

"I bloody love mauls to be honest, they’re probably my favourite part of the game. I love the feeling, it’s kind of like a wrestle."

'You talk about inspiring the nation, hopefully that brought people a bit of joy' Andy Farrell and Caelan Doris react to a brilliant Ireland performance in Twickenham.

Reaction from Andy Farrell and Caelan Doris after one of the great Ireland wins at Twickenham.

'You talk about inspiring the nation, hopefully that brought people a bit of joy'

Ireland's outstanding Ulstermen shine on both sides of the ball This was the Ireland of old, confident, accurate, and capable of producing stunning rugby.

What a win.

Comment: Ireland's outstanding Ulstermen shine on both sides of the ball

Big one.

Doris: Ireland determined 'to hunt England down, show what we're about' Ireland captain Caelan Doris looks ahead to tomorrow’s Six Nations meeting at Twickenham.

Doris: Ireland determined 'to hunt England down, show what we're about'

'I like where the group is going. I like where the road leads, if we can get there' Ireland prop Tadhg Furlong on scrums, a challenging start to the Six Nations, and his Twickenham memories.

Piece here with Tadhg Furlong:

'I like where the group is going. I like where the road leads, if we can get there'

Farrell: How Prendergast can 'push career on', and keys for Ireland success in Twickenham The head coach wants his players to ‘put a stamp on the game’ in London.

Farrell: How Prendergast can 'push career on', and keys for Ireland success in Twickenham

'Sometimes people have nothing to lose and just rip in. We've seen that with Jack' Andy Farrell explains his decision to start Jack Crowley this weekend, and leave Sam Prendergast out of his squad.

Andy Farrell: 'Sometimes people have nothing to lose and just rip in. We've seen that with Jack'

'He's made of the right stuff' - Farrell condemns 'disgusting' abuse aimed at Edogbo The Ireland head coach spoke passionately about how the 23-year-old has handled the week.

Andy Farrell spoke brilliantly about Edwin Edogbo today, following the racist abuse aimed at the player.

"Edwin’s been brought up in the right way. He’s made of the right stuff, and that’s why he’s able to just crack on and ignore all the BS."

Crowley and Van der Flier start for Ireland as Prendergast left out of 23 for Twickenham Andy Farrell has made five changes to his team as Ciarán Frawley returns on the Ireland bench.

Crowley and Van der Flier start for Ireland as Prendergast left out of 23 for Twickenham:

'If I can cover across the board, that can only be a real positive' Ulster tighthead Tom O’Toole has been asked to move across the front row and play loosehead for Ireland.

'If I can cover across the board, that can only be a real positive'

'I was blown away by the response this week' – Izuchukwu makes impact on Six Nations debut The Ulster player revealed the extent of his recent injury troubles after a strong showing against Italy.

'I was blown away by the response this week' - Izuchukwu makes impact on Six Nations debut

Farrell: 'Obviously too many errors, but the character and courage was very encouraging' Andy Farrell offers his thoughts on Ireland’s win over Italy.

Farrell: 'Obviously too many errors, but the character and courage was very encouraging'

Ireland come perilously close to the (previously) unthinkable against spirited Italians Italy will leave Dublin with regrets after another messy performance by Andy Farrell’s men.

COMMENT: Ireland come perilously close to the (previously) unthinkable against spirited Italians

Can Ireland bring more physicality while keeping discipline in check? Andy Farrell’s team stayed on the right side of the laws against France, but failed to bring the required aggressive edge.

Can Ireland bring more physicality while keeping discipline in check?

Doris: Ireland 'can't have any passengers' against Italy Caelan Doris wants an ‘exciting’ Ireland team to step up against Italy tomorrow.

Piece with Ireland captain Caelan Doris from a wet and cold Captain's Run this morning.

'To the new guys it’s making sure they own it and make it feel like it’s properly theirs'

Expectant French crowd want their stars to deliver a slam Les Bleus are aiming to go one better than they did in last year’s championship.

Expectant French crowd want their stars to deliver a slam:

Quiet day in Paris.

Ireland in Paris: The misery years For decades, Paris represented a place of physical and mental pain for visiting Irish teams.

Ireland in Paris: The misery years

Philippe Saint-Andre: Why Ireland could be in for a long night against France The former France head coach feels Andy Farrell’s side have regressed in recent seasons.

Philippe Saint-Andre: Why Ireland could be in for a long night against France

'Joey is going to add to any squad' - Farrell would welcome Carbery return The Bordeaux player could be back in the Irish system next season.

'Joey is going to add to any squad' - Farrell would welcome Carbery return

'I can't wait to get into camp. I love my job' - Farrell looks to lift Ireland again There’s questions around his team but the Ireland head coach is relishing a new Six Nations campaign.

'I can't wait to get into camp. I love my job' - Farrell looks to lift Ireland again

Selfies and soundbites as returning Dupont is star attraction at Six Nations launch The France captain was in high demand in Edinburgh.

Piece from Edinburgh:

Selfies and soundbites as returning Dupont is star attraction at Six Nations launch

'It’s devastating for him and us' - Farrell disappointed to lose Boyle for Six Nations The Leinster loosehead is set for surgery this week.

'It’s devastating for him and us' - Farrell disappointed to lose Boyle for Six Nations

Ireland add 20-year-old Connacht prop Billy Bohan to Six Nations squad after Jack Boyle setback Munster’s Tom Ahern has also been replaced by Ulster’s Cormac Izuchukwu.

Ireland add 20-year-old Connacht prop Billy Bohan to Six Nations squad after Jack Boyle setback: