Donal Lenihan: If Ireland's off-loading game clicks today, Scots in deep trouble

If Ireland can achieve a better balance between their kicking and running game, they have the capacity to create issues for Gregor Townsend’s team
Donal Lenihan: If Ireland's off-loading game clicks today, Scots in deep trouble

Bundee Aki during Ireland Rugby Captain's Run, at the Aviva Stadium, 

1. Can Ireland finish in style

IN many ways, it’s been a strange championship for Ireland, with questions of an entirely different nature asked of the team in the last two games. If playing against 13 men from the second quarter onwards spooked Ireland somewhat against Italy, seeing England permanently reduced to 14 men 82 seconds into last weekend's clash in Twickenham transformed the home team into men possessed.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited