Munster are fast running out of scapegoats.

While it will take Munster some time to develop a cohort of their emerging talent to be ready to compete at next level, I can’t escape the feeling it will prove a worthwhile investment in the long run.

Ireland’s Six Nations campaign revealed new depth, emerging talent and resilience despite missing out on the title

Fitting in so many ways that this incredible tournament should come down to the last play in the last game. The drama from start to finish has been non-stop.

So many contests still come down to the quality of ball delivered by the real heroes — at least in my mind — up front.

Given the way this crazy championship has evolved, whatever you consider the most unlikely scenario, put your house on that materialising.

As Munster captain on the night, he called me forward with the famous Pontypool tie in hand and declared “from one old c*** to another old c***” as he presented me with my piece of memorabilia.

The most impressive thing about the French on Sunday was their ability to create tries out of nothing. That’s what out-and-out pace allows you to do.

Despite some patchy performances of late, the Irish players knew they weren’t alone. There’s always something special in the air when we go to London.

Three-week Six Nations run intensifies pressure on Ireland as leadership gaps and midfield depth concerns surface before Twickenham