Hooker praises squad’s belief after historic Six Nations win at Twickenham

Jamison Gibson-Park and Stu McCloskey led the way but Ireland were immense all over the park

Six Nations: For all his fluorescence and star potential, the backrow is player of real substance

A key for Ireland is to try and limit the access to opponents to their 22 by coughing up a slew of penalties

Italy hijacked too much of Ireland’s possession at the breakdown. One of van der Flier’s remits is to protect that ball

Ulster player has cemented the inside centre position with his offloading game a key part of Ireland’s attack

Scrum concern ahead of Twickenham trip; Bench press for places; Davidson’s double take on the laws; will Ireland pay price for England’s Murrayfield meltdown?

Irish side were so poor at times, offering no depth, penetration, pace or subtlety before replacements came on

Elements of Ireland’s performance in defeat to France augur well as they face Italy in Cork

Gonzalo Quesada’s side will be raring to go after their opening Six Nations win over Scotland

French success illustrates how Ireland’s production line desperately needs refinement

Andrew Browne’s side shipped a heavy defeat away to France in last week’s opener

Home side take full advantage as visitors concede 19 penalties and have two players sinbinned

Few escaped with reputations intact, never mind enhanced, as England scored 50 points in Limerick

Former hammer thrower’s physical presence could prove pivotal in Six Nations opener