McBryde says Ireland ‘arguably’ best side in world

Robin McBryde believes Wales will face “arguably the best side in world rugby” when they go for Six Nations title and Grand Slam glory on Saturday. Ireland stand between Wales and them achieving a third Six Nations clean sweep of head coach Warren Gatland’s reign. It is Gatland’s final Six Nations game before he steps down from his Wales post after the World Cup later this year.

Ireland can still win the championship, while England- who host Scotland at Twickenham this weekend — are also in the title mix. But unbeaten tournament leaders Wales occupy pole position, knowing that a win at the Principality Stadium will be enough to land European rugby’s biggest double prize.