Ireland's Six Nations defence in tatters as England keep Grand Slam hopes alive

England set up a potential RBS 6 Nations championship decider against Wales by powering past Ireland 21-10 at Twickenham.

Ireland's Six Nations defence in tatters as England keep Grand Slam hopes alive
Sat, 27 Feb, 2016 - 19:00

England 21 Ireland 10

England set up a potential RBS 6 Nations championship decider against Wales by powering past Ireland 21-10 at Twickenham.

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