'A big man can't run without legs' - physicality in Six Nations not just about brute force

Ireland face England on Saturday, a year on from the same side derailing their Six Nations Grand Slam hopes. 

OPPORTUNITY: Ireland would become the first team to win three consecutive Six Nations titles if they triumph this year. Tadhg Beirne was happy to contemplate the possibility. Pic: Ben Brady, Inpho

Ireland will return to Dublin on Wednesday to complete preparations for their Guinness Six Nations home opener against England with Tadhg Beirne not shying away from the squad’s desire for a third title in a row.

Equally, the Munster and Ireland lock stressed the necessity of at least matching English physicality when the nations collide at Aviva Stadium on Saturday or risk losing at home for the second time in five Tests.