Both teams were trying to get to the same destination, but Ireland opted for the shortest distance, regardless of the traffic up ahead. Had Sexton not been carrying a glute injury by then he would not have run a penalty a few minutes earlier. So you'd imagine Ireland were hoping that with the territory that might come from a penalty against Aaron Shingler they could reduce the deficit by three. This time he gave them territory, and from there Aki grunted his way over for a half-time lead. Again Wales opened Ireland like a screw-top, and Evans made it a three- point game.

Source: Irish Independent February 25, 2018 02:30 UTC