Six Nations | Group Stage
Feb 2, 2019 at 4.45pm UK
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Brian O'Driscoll: 'England defeat was a reality check for Ireland'
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes that the defeat to England in the opening match of their Six Nations campaign was a much-needed reality check in World Cup year.
Feb 18, 20:18
How a night on the oche helped England hit the bullseye in Dublin
Eddie Jones' side kicked off their Six Nations campaign in style.
Feb 6, 22:00
Ringrose and Toner ruled out of Ireland's clash with Scotland
The pair sustained injuries in Saturday's defeat against England.
Feb 5, 14:55
Ireland refusing to panic despite England defeat
Sean O'Brien is set to return against Scotland.
Feb 4, 19:53
Eddie Jones confident England can cope without Itoje
England have plenty of options in the second row.
Feb 3, 22:00
Murray determined Ireland will draw strength from England loss
Grand Slam champions suffered a 32-20 defeat to Eddie Jones' men in Dublin.
Feb 3, 11:34
Maro Itoje injury mars England's impressive victory over Ireland
Eddie Jones awaits results of a scan on Itoje's knee injury picked up during the 32-20 win at the Aviva Stadium.
Feb 2, 21:11
Joe Schmidt issues World Cup warning to 'bullied' and 'bruised' Ireland
England hammered the 2018 Grand Slam champions at the Aviva Stadium.
Feb 2, 20:33
The Match
Match Report
Eddie Jones' troops take big step towards reclaiming Six Nations crown.
Head to Head
Mar 18, 2017 5pm
Feb 27, 2016 4.50pm
Sep 5, 2015 1.30pm
Mar 1, 2015 3pm
Form Guide
Build-up
No issue with my temperament, says Owen Farrell
Irish Grand Slam winner Peter Stringer believes Joe Schmidt's men should target the Saracens man.
Feb 1, 22:00
Schmidt keeping Ireland grounded, insists Rory Best
Ireland are the Six Nations favourites after a stunning 2018.
Feb 1, 14:19
5 talking points ahead of crunch Ireland v England encounter
The match in Dublin could be decisive in determining the outcome of the 2019 Six Nations.
Feb 1, 14:05
Bundee Aki ready for Manu Tuilagi test
The centres will clash in the Six Nations on Saturday.
Feb 1, 01:00
A closer look at the statistics as Ireland and England go head-to-head
We examine some of they key statistical match-ups for the Aviva Stadium encounter.
Jan 31, 16:01
Schmidt vows Ireland will deliver 'edge of the seat' entertainment
Schmidt laughs off England jibes that Ireland will adopt boring tactics in the Six Nations opener.
Jan 31, 15:29
Ireland boss Schmidt defends decision to select Henshaw at full-back
Henshaw will play only his second-ever Test in that position in the Six Nations opener against England.
Jan 31, 15:06
Jones backs full-back Daly to do 'a great job' in England's Six Nations opener
Daly's attacking game got him the nod ahead of Mike Brown for the clash with Ireland in Dublin.
Jan 31, 13:49
Elliot Daly gets full-back nod for England's Six Nations opener against Ireland
Daly has held off a challenge from Mike Brown for the Dublin clash.
Jan 31, 12:12
Ben Youngs tells England to expect ferocious battle against Ireland
England have lost their last two games at the Aviva Stadium.
Jan 30, 22:00
England are ready for aerial battle in Ireland, insists forwards coach Borthwick
Borthwick believes England can deal with Ireland's high balls on Saturday.
Jan 30, 15:45
Ireland centre Henshaw may switch to full-back for England clash
The 25-year-old started his career in the role.
Jan 30, 11:11
Ireland prepared for more than just physicality from England, insists Stander
The Munster forward believes the likes of Billy Vunipola bring power and subtlety.
Jan 30, 10:39
Tuilagi poised for first Six Nations start in six years
Centre Ben Te'o has been ruled out of the clash with Ireland.
Jan 29, 22:00
England centre Te'o ruled out of Six Nations opener against Ireland
Te'o was set to start the opener in Dublin only for injury to strike during training on Monday.
Jan 29, 17:00
We're not interested in war of words with England, says Ireland's Easterby
The two sides go head to head in Dublin on Saturday.
Jan 29, 16:33
Brad Shields remains a doubt for England's Six Nations opener
The Kiwi-born Wasps back row has been struggling with a side strain.
Jan 29, 12:06
Ireland will look to antagonise England captain Owen Farrell - Peter Stringer
Former Ireland scrum-half Stringer is the latest to wade into the war of words ahead of the keenly-anticipated Aviva Stadium showdown.
Jan 29, 10:28
England assistant Mitchell ramps up rivalry by accusing Ireland of being dull
Eddie Jones' side travel to Dublin for the Six Nations opener.
Jan 28, 18:21
Keith Earls expects physical onslaught in Six Nations opener against England
Ireland will aim to successfully defend their Six Nations title in 2019.
Jan 28, 16:41
Ben Te'o expects 'intense' Six Nations clash with Ireland
The northern hemisphere's most anticipated Test of 2019 is being staged on the opening weekend of the Championship.
Jan 27, 22:00
Vunipola vows not to be a silly Billy in Dublin
Saracens number eight vows to avoid repeat of boozy post-match night out.
Jan 26, 22:00
England continue to monitor Shields fitness ahead of Six Nations opener
The New Zealand-born forward has been earmarked to start the clash against Ireland in Dublin on February 2.
Jan 25, 16:33
