James Lowe on his critics: 'They are going to talk anyway, that's their job'

Lowe’s performance showcased his strengths and weaknesses. Dangerous with ball in hand, but there was another handful of clips on the defensive side that won’t make for pretty viewing

Ireland's James Lowe dejected after the two-point to France. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Two weeks and two games into Ireland’s Six Nations campaign and the one thing we can say without fear of contradiction is that a one-man advantage in the modern Test arena is worthless.

Three-nil down when Peter O’Mahony was sent off near the end of the first quarter in Cardiff, the visitors dominated the remainder of the half and took to the tunnel 13-6 to the good. Go figure.