Rugby

Ireland victory against England remains unlikely, but how can Irish side land a blow?

Ireland’s varying style of play across the opening rounds creates questions ahead of this weekend and World Cup

Saturday will tell us plenty about which style of play Ireland might use as they build towards the World Cup. Photograph: Ben Brady/Inpho
Saturday will tell us plenty about which style of play Ireland might use as they build towards the World Cup. Photograph: Ben Brady/Inpho
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Nathan Johns
Fri Apr 11 2025 - 06:00 • 5 MIN READ
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