Ireland fight back to record memorable win

England A 18 Ireland A 33

It was a perfectly timed boost to Ireland’s Triple Crown hopes at Twickenham today as Ireland recovered from an early English barrage to stamp their class on the proceedings.

Coach Bradley played a major role from the sideline, making timely substitutions to help keep England at bay, while O’Driscoll won the man-of-the-match award with a marvellous display.

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