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Easterby's Emerging Ireland open with six-try win over the Pumas
Zac Ward and Cormac Izuchukwu were among the standouts for the young Irish side.
Analysis
Classy, combative Forde shows his value to Connacht in comeback win
The 23-year-old moved from midfield to out-half against the Sharks last weekend.
The Video Review
Restarts, reads, and jackals - How Ireland shocked the Black Ferns
Scott Bemand’s side were clinical, smart, physical, and resilient.
Legend
'I'd love to win another Six Nations' - Cian Healy still has big ambitions
The 36-year-old is in what will probably be his final season as a pro player.
Halfbacks
Can the young Leinster 9s push past experienced leader McGrath?
Cormac Foley and Fintan Gunne are in the depth chart along with Jamison Gibson-Park.
Two from two
Leinster notch another bonus-point win after error-strewn display
Dragons provided determined resistance but Leinster finished strongly at the Aviva Stadium.
The Video Review
Ireland's disguised inside pass play is in vogue after success against Boks
Several teams have used similar plays since Ireland’s example in South Africa.
Succession
'We want to have the best systems producing the best players for Munster'
Head of rugby operations Ian Costello outlines how the province are developing homegrown players.
On The 42Interim
Easterby gets the big gig for six months that could be crucial for Ireland
A big Six Nations title defence and an interesting tour of Romania and Georgia lie ahead.
Development
This Emerging Ireland squad is less controversial and more fitting
There is still an element of disruption for the provinces but it has been far more amicable this time.
chaos games
Munster still bringing the chaos into Year 3 of Rowntree's project
The southern province invited journalists to watch training in Limerick yesterday.
Leader
From missing out on Leinster's academy to becoming Connacht's captain
24-year-old Ireland international Cian Prendergast has made a huge success of his move west.
force
21-year-old Wexford woman Wafer already a totemic figure for Ireland
The clever, skillful flanker was impressive on both sides of the ball in a big win over Australia.
next chapter
'It's not as sad when you see your career more as, 'Wow, I did a lot''
Former Leinster man Rory O’Loughlin had to retire from rugby earlier this year due to injury.
Squad
The Leinster depth chart: Barrett, Snyman, and a battle at 10
As ever, there is plenty of youthful talent for Leo Cullen and co. to call on this season.
suftum
The Ulster depth chart: An IQ out-half and backing the youth
The lively South African wing Werner Kok will be an interesting addition to a talented backline.
Options
The Connacht depth chart: A new Kiwi 10 and Mack is back
There will be a good battle for back row places in Pete Wilkins’ team this season.
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