The ground rules in Camp Schmidt keep the whole squad enthused

Coach Joe Schmidt and his management will recognise that the longer they can keep everyone champing at the bit, the better their tournament prospects, writes Ronan O’Gara

DON’T make the mistake of just looking at the 1-to-15 for Ireland’s World Cup pool opener against the Canadians. Rookie mistake.

Examine the replacements. Then figure out from that who are the squaddies not in tomorrow’s match-day squad. The so-called tackle bags. They’re the one who will determine whether Ireland win the Rugby World Cup or not.