Andy Farrell: The respect the lads showed for one another, the jersey and the Irish people was immense

Ireland captain Caelan Doris said his side’s comprehensive victory had set a new benchmark as they enter the second half of the championship.

SPECIAL DAY: Ireland's Head Coach Andy Farrell leaves the field after the match. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady.

Andy Farrell hailed a special day for Ireland after they shook off the shackles to put in their best performance in two years to hammer Guinness Six Nations rivals England 42-21 at Twickenham on Saturday.

The head coach could not conceal his delight as he rose from his seat in the Irish coaches’ box and punched the air several times during a record victory on English soil to celebrate his player’s achievements on the pitch below.