'We need to have both': Ireland must play with discipline and intent says Caelan Doris

Striking the right balance between the two has been one of the central themes of this week’s preparation for Saturday afternoon’s visit of Italy to Aviva Stadium.

INTENT AND DISCIPLINE: Caelan Doris during an Ireland Rugby captain's run at the Aviva Stadium. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile.

Caelan Doris has warned Ireland not to sacrifice good discipline against Italy on Saturday in the race to regain the physical intensity his side lacked against France in their Guinness Six Nations opener nine days ago.

Ireland’s high penalty counts and cards conceded soared last November with their loss against world champions South Africa coming on the back of a 20-minute red card, four yellows and 18 penalties.