Irish boys take all the honours

Ireland 27 England 19

Irish boys take all the honours

Any win over England is welcome but this was rather special. Three minutes into the game, the powerful English struck with a fantastic try after ripping the Irish defence to shreds.

But physique doesn't always win matches and Ireland, combining tactical awareness, sheer will power and high levels of skill in key positions, ultimately emerged as the better side.

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