Only five times in modern British & Irish Lions history has it gone down to a third and final decider

Sexton determined to Play On, Plan C and D, word of mouth and by the numbers

The IRFU’s role in the sport’s dealings with with South Africa is not one to be proud of

Gavin Cummiskey looks at what has changed and what remains the same ahead of the Six Nations

Irish emigrants reunite with loved ones as 1.2m people are expected to travel through Dublin Airport over the festive period

Underestimation of Japan and failure to develop game plan also among main findings

In his autobiography Ordinary Joe, the coach says he faced several ‘uncontrollables’

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Former Ireland coach felt pitch in Fukuoka for Rugby World Cup tie was dangerous for players

In his first report from Japan, Gavin Cummiskey takes in Ireland’s official welcome ceremony

Michael Kiernan recalls Ireland’s preparation for the inaugural 1987 competition, an event the IRFU didn't want to enter

Focused world champions will have Auckland-born Connacht star firmly in their sights

Looking back at the 10 times when the series was still alive going into the final game

Ireland outhalf must wait for club to sign replacement before making next move

Both players will return to full training on Tuesday ahead of Saturday’s game in Dublin