Just once since 1900 has the side triumphed after losing the opener
Matt Dawson
Teams selecting specialised ‘finishers’ as size dominates from grassroots to the top
One-sided games can prove a challenge but not to Tommy Bowe and the team
When the telltale bullseye rash appeared after a tick bite, I had no time to lose in getting treatment
Conor Murray and Johnny Sexton not at heights of 2018 but are primed for World Cup tilt
Eddie Jones’s side should go close in Japan with their big guns fit and firing in warm-ups
Gerry Thornley: Irish team can rebuild momentum by matching 2003 formula
Athletes’ competitive edge and ability to deal with pressure key to their success