‘They were more workmanlike and clinical and had a greater sense of game control’

Deegan returns for first start since 2020 as four-in-a-row champions target Dragons

Leo Cullen’s side click back into gear in some style to claim bonus-point win

Gerry Thornley’s team-by-team guide as the new season gets underway

Solid performance in Cardiff has restored Ireland’s feel-good factor – almost

Secondrow Cory Hill selected despite being on the comeback trail from a fractured leg

Joe Schmidt’s side withstand late rally to defeat Wales in Cardiff warm-up

Gatland has made 14 changes from the Wales side that defeated Australia

Jonah Holmes and Luke Morgan included in squad for autumn internationals

Excellent second-half performance sees Dan McFarland’s side open with win