Paul Rouse: 150 years later, the story of Irish rugby's beginning

The game here has been marking a milestone anniversary.

ON SONG: Imelda May performs at the IRFU 150th Gala Dinner at the RDS. Pic: INPHO/Tom Maher

Next Tuesday is the 150th anniversary of a major milestone in Irish sporting history.

On 10 December 1874, the first body to control the playing of rugby football in Ireland was established.