Ireland will need consistency if they are to become the first country to win a third consecutive Six Nations title. Three changes have formed a level of instability in the Irish camp – Andy Farrell’s sabbatical ahead of the British & Irish Lions tour,

Ireland's Edinburgh visit had Andy Farrell laughing in the face of chaos at half-time as several starters went down injured in the first half. The visitors still prevailed, as they did in Dublin 11 mo

The Scots last enjoyed a win over Ireland in 2017 – four months before current coach Gregor Townsend took charge. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Scotland and Ireland collide in a pivotal Six Nations fixture as Gregor Townsend’s hosts bid to prove their title candidacy. Having overcome an Italian fightback in round one, Scotland are back at Murrayfield searching for a long-awaited win over their rivals that would swell belief for the campaign.