Welsh defensive display a real treat

A study of the Welsh display in Saturday’s victory over Ireland should be required viewing for any defensive rugby coach hoping to make a name for themselves.

The efforts, which bore all the hallmarks of Warren Gatland and his right hand man Shaun Edwards, are why Ireland’s bid for Grand Slam glory were derailed in ruthless fashion.

Perhaps, on reflection, we shouldn’t be surprised by the intensity the Welsh brought to this facet of play. Edwards, in particular, is a tough taskmaster.