Zebo Looks To Maintain 'High Standards'
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsWinger Simon Zebo says that Ireland have 'really high expectations and standards that we want to achieve in this tournament', but there is no danger of them taking their eye off the ball in Saturday's...
We Want To Hit The Ground Running - Toner
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsA Championship title cannot be won in the first round but an opening defeat in Rome would certainly be a blow to Ireland's hopes of retaining their RBS 6 Nations crown. Although facing Italy away first...
Under-20s Six Nations - Round 1 preview
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsScotland captain Jamie Ritchie insists there is no chance of his side wilting under the pressure when they travel to France for their Under-20s Six Nations opener on Saturday night.
The influence of Kiwis in this years Six Nations
1 decade agoJared PayneAfter making the move from the Blues to Ulster in 2011, Payne was able to claim citizenship to his adopted country and made his debut in a Green jersey in November against South Africa. He will...
Jonny Sexton’s Ireland can hear the voice of Joe Schmidt in their heads
1 decade ago by The GuardianThe prospect of back-to-back Six Nations titles, in a World Cup year, has quickened the pulse across Ireland’s sporting community but their coach says Italy’s challenge is being underestimated• Ireland...
Ireland’s O’Brien back for Six Nations
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auSean O’Brien has been included in the Ireland starting side announced by coach Joe Schmidt on Thursday for the Six Nations opener away to Italy this weekend, just days after returning to competitive...
Six Nations preview: Italy v Ireland
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumIreland begin the defence of their title in Rome, where they have struggled in recent seasons - can an improving Italy side pull off another shock?
Parisse: Keatley a surprise
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyItaly captain Sergio Parisse admits it came as a surprise to learn Ireland have selected Ian Keatley at fly-half for Saturday's Six Nations opener in Rome.
Italy v Ireland (Sat)
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIan Keatley and Jordi Murphy will make their Six Nations debuts as champions Ireland travel to Rome to play Italy.
Who to pick in your fantasy Six Nations XV
1 decade agoPropsFor Loosehead, with Cian Healy out injured Joe Marler looks to be the favorite to get into your side after such after a fine season with Quins. As for Tighthead Samson Lee was dominant in...
