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Sean Jansen scores a try for Ireland against Japan in 2026 Nations Championship

Sean Jansen scores on debut as Ireland secure bonus-point win over Japan

11th July 2026

Sean Jansen scored a try on his Ireland debut as they made it a perfect opening two wins from two in their Nations Championship campaign with a 36-20 bonus-point win over Japan in Australia.

Sean Jansen at Ireland XV v England A match in February 2026

Ireland hand debut to Sean Jansen in much-changed side to face Japan

9th July 2026

Sean Jansen will win his first cap in a much-changed Ireland side for Saturday’s Nations Championship clash with Japan in Australia.

Thomas Clarkson scores a try for Ireland against Australia in 2026 summer internationals

Ireland leave it late to claim narrow victory over Australia

4th July 2026

Ireland prop Tom Clarkson’s late converted try snatched his side a thrilling 33-31 win over Australia in their Nations Championship opener in Sydney.

Dan Sheehan celebrates scoring a try for Ireland v Scotland during 2026 Six Nations

Dan Sheehan not fazed by Ireland captaincy

3rd July 2026

Dan Sheehan admitted getting the call to captain Ireland in their upcoming Nations Championship series “didn’t faze” him.

Sam Prendergast in action for Ireland v England in 2026 Six Nations

Ireland's Sam Prendergast deserves to start against Australia, says Andy Farrell

2nd July 2026

Ireland coach Andy Farrell said Sam Prendergast’s selection for Saturday’s Nations Championship opener against Australia has been earned after he was picked to start at fly-half.

Simon Easterby at Wales v Ireland match during 2025 Six Nations

Simon Easterby expects Australia to want to 'lay down marker' against Ireland

30th June 2026

Ireland assistant coach Simon Easterby feels the players must be ready to face an Australia side looking to “lay down a bit of a marker” for the World Cup when they kick off their Nations Championship campaign in Sydney.

Ireland players huddle during Ireland v Italy match in 2026 Six Nations

Andy Farrell names three uncapped players in squad for Nations Championship

17th June 2026

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named three uncapped players in his squad for this summer’s Nations Championship.

Andy Farrell at Ireland v Scotland match during 2026 Six Nations

Andy Farrell excited about Ireland potential after signing new deal to 2031

5th June 2026

Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland head coach until the conclusion of the 2031 World Cup.

Finn Russell watches scrum during Ireland v Scotland match at 2023 Rugby World Cup

Gregor Townsend wants Scotland to get win over Ireland before World Cup showdown

3rd December 2025

Gregor Townsend has challenged Scotland to banish their Ireland hoodoo before their showdown at the 2027 World Cup.

Caelan Doris is tackled in Ireland v South Africa match during 2025 Autumn Internationals

Ireland captain Caelan Doris takes positives from 'chaotic' loss to South Africa

23rd November 2025

Ireland captain Caelan Doris is confident the adversity experienced in Saturday’s ill-disciplined 24-13 defeat to South Africa will prove beneficial for his side’s development.

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