Brian O'Driscoll weighs in on Johnny Sexton's 'football' reaction after dangerous tackle
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAfter Johnny Sexton was criticised by a host of ex-England internationals last weekend, Brian O'Driscoll has defended the Irish star over his reaction to a dangerous tackle against Scotland.
Scotland: Five things we learnt v Ireland
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldBasic errors, an inflexible game plan and little help from the referee combined to send Scotland to a 35-25 defeat in Ireland, but they can kick on and build a brighter futureOn the run: Stuart Hogg scored...
6 Nations team of the tournament
1 decade ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Jack McGrathA real bright spark for Ireland in this years Championship. Scrummaged well and managed to get himself on the end of a couple of tries. One of the first names on Joe Schmidt's team sheet.2....
Hat-Trick Heroine Miller Highlights 'Team Effort'
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsHaving claimed a hat-trick of tries in the corresponding fixture last year, Ireland Women's winger Alison Miller showed her scoring prowess again when touching down three times against Scotland yesterday.
Monday Round-Up
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyParisse rubbishes idea of playoffItaly captain Sergio Parisse has rubbished the idea of a relegation playoff to be brought in for 6 Nations.Italy have come under scrutiny in this years championship...
Scots 'can't afford flat spots' - Gray
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsRichie Gray says Scotland must start every game 'with a bang' if they are to become world-class after the Six Nations.
Ireland finish well with hard-fought victory over Scotland in Dublin
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpIreland claimed third place on the overall Six Nations standings by beating Scotland 35-25 in a tense encounter in Dublin on Saturday. They scored first half tries through CJ Stander and Keith Earls,...
Madigan's 'unfortunate' French exit set to open door for Jackson
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIan Madigan didn't get on to win his 30th cap against Scotland on Saturday and Joe Schmidt has already acknowledged that his move to Bordeaux will put his prospects of adding to the 29 he has in jeopardy.
