In last year’s Six Nations matches against Italy and Scotland, Ireland notched as few as one and two offloads, respectively. Under-20s attacking joyIreland’s Daniel Ryan celebrates scoring a try with Noah Byrne during the under-20 Six Nations game against England in Bath on Friday. Photograph: InphoSpeaking of offloads, Ireland’s under-20s side were at times a joy to watch in their 21-31 upset victory over England in Bath. Louis’s worldLouis Bielle-Biarrey of France scores his team's first try during the game against Italy in Lille on Sunday. Bielle-Biarrey has now scored in eight consecutive Six Nations matches, the first to achieve such a feat.

Source: The Irish Times February 22, 2026 22:25 UTC