Wales dash Ireland's Grand Slams hopes in epic Cardiff battle
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Wales put in a sensational defensive effort to end Ireland's unbeaten run with a 23-16 victory at the Millennium Stadium.
Scott Williams scored a try for the home side, while Ireland got theirs in the form of a penalty try.
Leigh Halfpenny was key with the boot, kicking five penalties.
For Ireland, Johnny Sexton was a bit off with the boot early on but got three penalties and a conversion, while Dan Biggar grabbed a well taken drop goal.
Wales' early 12-0 lead was chopped down by Sexton, and the sides went into the halftime break at 15-9.
Wales held Ireland out for long periods of play…
Scott Williams scored a try for the home side, while Ireland got theirs in the form of a penalty try.
Leigh Halfpenny was key with the boot, kicking five penalties.
For Ireland, Johnny Sexton was a bit off with the boot early on but got three penalties and a conversion, while Dan Biggar grabbed a well taken drop goal.
Wales' early 12-0 lead was chopped down by Sexton, and the sides went into the halftime break at 15-9.
Wales held Ireland out for long periods of play…
