Wales, Ireland and Six Nations

Ireland consigns Wales to another rugby loss with 27-18 win to stay on course for Six Nations title
Ireland has condemned Wales to a record-extending 15th straight rugby loss after overcoming a 20-minute red card to rally for a 27-18 win and stay on course for an unprecedented third Six Nations title in a row.
Rugby-Ireland beat improved Wales 27-18 to stay on course for Six Nations title
Wales slipped to a 15th straight defeat in a 27-18 home loss to Six Nations champions Ireland on Saturday, but the hosts played with endeavour and ambition not seen in recent games. Ireland secured the Triple Crown and top the table with 14 points from three matches,
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Wales vs Ireland LIVE rugby: Six Nations latest build-up and updates as hosts begin life after Warren Gatland
Good morning and welcome to The Independent ’s live coverage of the opening clash of the Six Nations weekend between Wales and Ireland. It’s the start of a new era for the hosts after the departure of Warren Gatland - can Matt Sherratt spark them into life against the tournament favourites?
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Ireland remain on course for a Grand Slam and a third successive title, having won their opening two matches under interim head coach Simon Easterby. A run of 14 defeats saw Wales part company with Gatland and with three games to go, they’ll be desperate to avoid a second successive Six Nations wooden spoon.
Rugby-Sherratt hails fearless Wales despite Ireland defeat
New interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt wanted his side to be fearless in their Six Nations clash with champions Ireland and, despite a 27-18 defeat in Cardiff on Saturday, believes there is much to build on after a display full of heart and ambition.
Is Wales vs Ireland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash
Wales begin life after Warren Gatland as Matt Sherratt embarks on his interim tenure with a tricky test against Ireland. Sherratt, coach of Cardiff, has been installed until the end of the tournament as the Welsh Rugby Union begin their search for a permanent successor to Gatland,
How to watch Wales vs Ireland FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for Six Nations rugby today
Wales today host Ireland as the Six Nations returns. Welsh rugby has been on the slide of late, though they will hope for a boost following the end of the Warren Gatland era. Matt Sherratt takes interim charge but has it all to do in Cardiff today when the rampant Irish come to town.
Rugby-Wales coach Sherratt makes wholesale changes for Ireland showdown
Wales interim coach Matt Sherratt looked for familiarity as he made nine changes to the starting line-up for Saturday's Six Nations match against Ireland. Wales were beaten 22-15 by Italy in their last Six Nations outing,
Wales ready to see their next head coach in Cardiff – and it’s not Matt Sherratt
Wales ready to see their next head coach in Cardiff – and it’s not Matt Sherratt - Interim Ireland coach Simon Easterby is being heavily linked with the Wales job and Saturday’s Six Nations clash betw
Ireland match no time to experiment, says Wales coach Sherratt
Interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt insisted Thursday that a Six Nations showdown against Ireland was no time for experimentation despite the team being on a record streak of 14 consecutive Test defeats.
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New Wales rugby coach leaves pals fuming as he misses £2-a-pint 50th birthday party NEXT DOOR to Six Nations clash
MATT SHERRATT’s family and friends are “fuming” his Wales job is getting in the way of their party plans for their clash with ...
Wales rugby fans issued glaring reminder as they begin new era without Gatland - EXCLUSIVE
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Wales' rugby woes - three talking points
Wales take on Ireland in Cardiff on Saturday on the back of a national record 14 straight Test defeats. The latest, against ...
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How to rebuild a failing rugby nation: What Wales can learn from Italy
From finding a 'born winner' to shaking up the player pipeline and relaxing cap rules, Wales have a clear blueprint to follow post-Gatland ...
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No permanent ambition for Wales interim Sherratt
Wales interim head coach Matt Sherratt says he is not interested in taking on the permanent job after overseeing an ...