Schmidt: England win would top lot

28 February 2015Schmidt feels victory over England would not just cement Ireland's bid to retain the Six Nations title, but would also boost hopes for the autumn World Cup by toppling this year's host nation.

Only wins over England and New Zealand elude Schmidt's Test run with Ireland, who can equal their record 10 consecutive wins at the Aviva Stadium this weekend.

"It would be the biggest win we've had so far, without a doubt," he said.

"The position we're in, what we've got to play for, the year that's in it, the players that have come in and out of the squad: there's a …