There may have been just one genuine convincing performance, the powerhouse beating of England at Twickenham, yet here they are in touching distance of tangible success. “I think there's been some good progression through the tournament and there's a good feeling in camp at the minute. “What a story for a good handful of these lads to be in this type of situation,” Farrell said. But to add to that with the experience for these lads, that’s going to be fantastic down the line anyway. Replacements: E Ashman (Edinburgh), R Sutherland (Glasgow), D Rae (Edinburgh), A Craig (Glasgow), M Bradbury (Edinburgh), G Horne (Glasgow), K Rowe (Glasgow), T Jordan (Bristol).

Source: Irish Examiner March 14, 2026 13:05 UTC