Eleven wins a row, 15 in the last 16, really should have diluted the enmities and the electricity. Think of Ireland’s win in Edinburgh in 2023 when injuries left Josh van der Flier throwing into the lineout. Only Garry Ringrose, Tadhg Furlong and Josh van der Flier have tasted defeat on the far side. As is Duhan van der Merwe on the wing. Ultimately, the place for Scotland to make their case is in Ballsbridge on Saturday afternoon.

Source: Irish Examiner March 10, 2026 08:00 UTC