Six Nations: Warren Gatland ready to start the party as Wales take aim at Ireland with Grand Slam on the line
5 years, 9 months ago

Six Nations: Warren Gatland ready to start the party as Wales take aim at Ireland with Grand Slam on the line

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Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wales will bid for Grand Slam glory in Cardiff fuelled by what head coach Warren Gatland admits has been jealousy of Ireland’s remarkable achievements over the last year. Joe Schmidt’s outfit might have been unconvincing in the championship to date, but their Grand Slam last year was followed by a famous November win over back-to-back world champions New Zealand. Victory for Wales on Saturday would make Gatland the first Six Nations coach to win three Grand Slams and his team have been boosted by a positive injury update on full-back Liam Williams. open image in gallery Warren Gatland wants to emulate Ireland's success by leading Wales to a Grand Slam “It is going to be chaotic.

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Gatland not offering to resign after Wales loses every rugby test this year
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gatland not offering to resign after Wales loses every rugby test this year

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Coach Warren Gatland did not and will not offer to resign after Wales lost to South Africa 45-12 on Saturday and confirmed a first winless year in 87 years. Gatland offered his resignation last March when Wales received its first Six Nations wooden spoon in 21 years, and was turned down. “The Six Nations is different, that’s …

Warren Gatland admits to uncertainty over future after Wales suffer 12th straight defeat
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warren Gatland admits to uncertainty over future after Wales suffer 12th straight defeat

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Gatland farewell at end of annus horribilis? Wales v South Africa talking points
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gatland farewell at end of annus horribilis? Wales v South Africa talking points

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Warren Gatland rallies Wales for South Africa clash amid speculation over future
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warren Gatland rallies Wales for South Africa clash amid speculation over future

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Warren Gatland is the best coach in the world – Wales assistant Rob Howley
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warren Gatland is the best coach in the world – Wales assistant Rob Howley

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Warren Gatland keen to carry on as Wales head coach despite 11-match losing run
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warren Gatland keen to carry on as Wales head coach despite 11-match losing run

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Wales ‘are all in this together’ as Warren Gatland speculation continues to grow
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wales ‘are all in this together’ as Warren Gatland speculation continues to grow

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Coach Gatland willing to fight for his job amid Wales’ worst losing streak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Coach Gatland willing to fight for his job amid Wales’ worst losing streak

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Warren Gatland owns the greatest winning streak in the 143-year rugby history of Wales. If that means me, I’m comfortable with that.” The losing streak stretches back to the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals in France in October last year. Gatland has consistently said he’s rebuilding the team for the 2027 World Cup, and asked for time and …

Ireland and All Blacks clash for the first time since epic Rugby World Cup quarterfinal
2 months ago

Ireland and All Blacks clash for the first time since epic Rugby World Cup quarterfinal

Associated Press  

Oct. 14, 2023 is a date which will live in infamy for Irish rugby. They meet on Friday in Dublin for the first time since the World Cup, memories fresher in Ireland minds than New Zealand’s. Ever since Ireland beat New Zealand for the first time in 2016 — under Kiwi coach Joe Schmidt — after 111 years of trying, …

Warren Gatland: Wales absences a great opportunity for other players to step up
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Warren Gatland: Wales absences a great opportunity for other players to step up

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The Six Nations continues to captivate – but there is one big question about the championship’s future
9 months, 3 weeks ago

The Six Nations continues to captivate – but there is one big question about the championship’s future

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Conveyor belt of talent holds to the key to this new Irish rugby dynasty after Andy Farrell's side secured back-to-back Six Nations titles
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Conveyor belt of talent holds to the key to this new Irish rugby dynasty after Andy Farrell's side secured back-to-back Six Nations titles

Daily Mail  

Andy Farrell spent Saturday morning on the touchline of a Dublin junior rugby field, watching his son play for the Blackrock College Under 13s in their victory over St Michael’s College. But the strength of the country’s junior rugby goes some way to explaining why Ireland went out a few hours later and secured back-to-back Six Nations titles for the …

Andy Farrell: Falling short of Grand Slam is ‘best thing’ for developing Ireland
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Andy Farrell: Falling short of Grand Slam is ‘best thing’ for developing Ireland

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Retaining the Six Nations title for Ireland will mean ‘absolutely everything,’ says O’Mahony
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Retaining the Six Nations title for Ireland will mean ‘absolutely everything,’ says O’Mahony

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Captain Peter O’Mahony says another Six Nations title for Ireland on Saturday would mean “absolutely everything.” All week, the Irish have been dismissing suggestions of a comedown after the rare chance of consecutive Grand Slams was extinguished last weekend by a 23-22 loss to England on a last-minute drop goal by Marcus Smith at Twickenham. You’ve got to …

Italy trying to make history and Wales trying to avoid it in Six Nations finale
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Italy trying to make history and Wales trying to avoid it in Six Nations finale

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Italy has been here before. As they say, ‘If you spit too high then it will fall back on your head.’ “We will see on the pitch on Saturday if we have learned enough from the mistakes of the past.” Wales is last, four points behind Italy. They make mistakes, but it is how you rectify those …

England v Ireland LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction from Twickenham
9 months, 4 weeks ago

England v Ireland LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction from Twickenham

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✕ Close Andy Farrell hails Ireland's composure with Six Nations win in France Marcus Smith slotted a last-minute drop goal as England ended Ireland’s double grand slam dream with an exhilarating 23-22 win in a display of their best attacking rugby for years to take the Six Nations championship to the final round. After Scotland’s shock loss to Italy, Ireland …

Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell
10 months ago

Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell

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We desperately want to win – Warren Gatland keen to end Wales’ losing streak
10 months ago

We desperately want to win – Warren Gatland keen to end Wales’ losing streak

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Ireland must improve on ‘scrappy’ Wales win to topple England – Robbie Henshaw
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland must improve on ‘scrappy’ Wales win to topple England – Robbie Henshaw

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Gatland sees room for Welsh optimism before France Six Nations visit
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Gatland sees room for Welsh optimism before France Six Nations visit

Hindustan Times  

Wales head coach Warren Gatland adopted an optimistic tone ahead of the Six Nations home match with France in a fortnight saying his side "can take a huge amount" out of Saturday's 31-7 defeat to Ireland. However, despite giving Ireland more of a tussle in the second-half the hosts always seemed to be able to go up a gear and …

Wales boss Warren Gatland backs Ireland for Grand Slam glory
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Wales boss Warren Gatland backs Ireland for Grand Slam glory

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Ireland v Wales highlights: Result and reaction as hosts move closer to Six Nations 2024 rugby grand slam
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland v Wales highlights: Result and reaction as hosts move closer to Six Nations 2024 rugby grand slam

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Stubborn Wales can’t stop Ireland’s grand slam march
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Stubborn Wales can’t stop Ireland’s grand slam march

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Ireland halfway to Grand Slam after putting down spirited Wales in Six Nations
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland halfway to Grand Slam after putting down spirited Wales in Six Nations

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Ireland was halfway to the Grand Slam after putting down a spirited Wales by a harder-than-expected 31-7 in Six Nations rugby on Saturday. A harried Ireland twice lost men into the sin-bin in the second half but, with an unreliable set-piece against a well-oiled Irish defense, Wales didn’t look like scoring again. But Andrea Piardi, the first Italian …

Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine

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The unstoppable green machine: DAN BIGGAR breaks down the tactical tricks and precocious plays that make fearsome Ireland Grand Slam-bound
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The unstoppable green machine: DAN BIGGAR breaks down the tactical tricks and precocious plays that make fearsome Ireland Grand Slam-bound

Daily Mail  

My old team Wales and then England face the toughest Six Nations task around right now in rounds three and four – taking on Ireland. Andy Farrell’s men are on course for a second successive Grand Slam and are a phenomenal side nicknamed ‘The Green Machine.’ It’s apt because Ireland are exactly that – a machine. And this is what …

Rebuilding Wales expected to suffer against Six Nations leader Ireland in Dublin
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rebuilding Wales expected to suffer against Six Nations leader Ireland in Dublin

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — As the next team in the line of fire, Wales has been racking its brains about how to stop Ireland. Made first string for the Six Nations, Costelow suffered a neck injury before halftime against Scotland in the tournament opener, and his confidence was doubly hit when replacement Ioan Lloyd helped to trigger a stirring Wales comeback, then …

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

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Rob Howley demands ‘comfort in the chaos’ from Wales in Ireland showdown
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rob Howley demands ‘comfort in the chaos’ from Wales in Ireland showdown

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Costelow back at flyhalf for Wales for Six Nations trip to Ireland
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Costelow back at flyhalf for Wales for Six Nations trip to Ireland

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Sam Costelow returned at flyhalf for Wales for its Six Nations trip to Ireland on Saturday in the only change from the loss to England. Fullback Cameron Winnett and flanker Alex Mann retained their places when coach Warren Gatland announced his team on Tuesday, while center George North will win his 120th cap. Wales has not won …

Wales receive timely Six Nations injury boost
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Wales receive timely Six Nations injury boost

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Ireland racks up another big Six Nations win over Italy to go 2 from 2 in title defense
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Ireland racks up another big Six Nations win over Italy to go 2 from 2 in title defense

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Ireland racked up another huge home win over Italy, scoring six tries in a 36-0 hammering on Sunday that kept the defending champions on course for unprecedented back-to-back Grand Slams in the Six Nations. 8 Jack Conan and wingers James Lowe and Calvin Nash in a happy homecoming for the Irish, who hadn’t played at Lansdowne Road since …

There is belief: Jamie George confident England will improve during Six Nations
10 months, 4 weeks ago

There is belief: Jamie George confident England will improve during Six Nations

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George North insists Wales are 'excited to get stuck in' when they face rivals England... as Warren Gatland's side aim to notch the first win of their Six Nations campaign at Twickenham
11 months ago

George North insists Wales are 'excited to get stuck in' when they face rivals England... as Warren Gatland's side aim to notch the first win of their Six Nations campaign at Twickenham

Daily Mail  

North's return will be a huge boost for Gatland's side after sitting out Scotland Dafydd Jenkins called the clash between the old rivals at Twickenham 'special' George North and Dafydd Jenkins are at opposite ends of their Test careers but both Wales stars are well aware of the importance of beating their old enemy England. We are excited to get …

The key talking points as England host Wales in Guinness Six Nations clash
11 months ago

The key talking points as England host Wales in Guinness Six Nations clash

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George North returns as Wales make big changes for England clash
11 months ago

George North returns as Wales make big changes for England clash

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Andy Farrell cools talk of next Grand Slam despite ‘feelgood factor’ for Ireland
11 months ago

Andy Farrell cools talk of next Grand Slam despite ‘feelgood factor’ for Ireland

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Captain Jamie George says England can win the Six Nations but urges improvements
11 months ago

Captain Jamie George says England can win the Six Nations but urges improvements

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Six Nations lacking some star power as Europe’s top rugby teams reset in new World Cup cycle
11 months, 1 week ago

Six Nations lacking some star power as Europe’s top rugby teams reset in new World Cup cycle

Associated Press  

One top player is trying to make it to the NFL. The Six Nations will lack some star power over the next two months as the northern hemisphere’s top rugby countries collide in the 130th edition. As for defending champion Ireland, it’s the start of a new era without Jonathan Sexton, the team’s long-time captain and record point-scorer who retired …

Fans deserve better – Steve Borthwick wants Six Nations improvement from England
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Fans deserve better – Steve Borthwick wants Six Nations improvement from England

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Wales coach Warren Gatland excited by new generation of talent
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Wales coach Warren Gatland excited by new generation of talent

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Wales captaincy and injury issues on Warren Gatland agenda ahead of Six Nations
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Wales captaincy and injury issues on Warren Gatland agenda ahead of Six Nations

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Warren Gatland rules himself out of coaching the Lions again and backs a successor
1 year, 2 months ago

Warren Gatland rules himself out of coaching the Lions again and backs a successor

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Gatland commits to coach Wales to 2027 Rugby World Cup and excited for future
1 year, 2 months ago

Gatland commits to coach Wales to 2027 Rugby World Cup and excited for future

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Warren Gatland confirmed he’s committed to coach Wales for the next four years after inspiring a condemned national team to the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup in France. When you look at the potential, we can be really excited about what we can achieve over the next four years.” When fellow New Zealander Wayne Pivac was …

Warren Gatland plans to lead Wales at the 2027 World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

Warren Gatland plans to lead Wales at the 2027 World Cup

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Retired rugby great Jonathan Sexton leaves Ireland in a better place despite quarterfinal exit
1 year, 2 months ago

Retired rugby great Jonathan Sexton leaves Ireland in a better place despite quarterfinal exit

Associated Press  

Ireland rugby was Brian O’Driscoll in 2008. “One day Johnny had a go at Brian O’Driscoll in training,” teammate Rob Kearney wrote in his book “No Hiding.” “This was something never before done, let alone done by a young wet-behind-the-ears fellow just in the door. If anything is going to make me play better, it’s to get to meet that …

Ireland and All Blacks thrust into new roles for blockbuster Rugby World Cup quarter-final
1 year, 2 months ago

Ireland and All Blacks thrust into new roles for blockbuster Rugby World Cup quarter-final

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Warren Gatland: It would be ‘huge achievement’ if Wales can reach semi-finals
1 year, 2 months ago

Warren Gatland: It would be ‘huge achievement’ if Wales can reach semi-finals

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Keith Earls: Ireland ‘completely different’ team to the one Joe Schmidt coached
1 year, 3 months ago

Keith Earls: Ireland ‘completely different’ team to the one Joe Schmidt coached

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Ireland ready for All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarterfinals after blitzing Scotland
1 year, 3 months ago

Ireland ready for All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarterfinals after blitzing Scotland

Associated Press  

PARIS — Top-ranked Ireland underlined the burgeoning hype about it as the Rugby World Cup title favorite by reaching the quarterfinals on the back of four impressive pool wins. “The respect we have got for New Zealand is through the roof, and hopefully they have got a bit of respect for us.” Ireland blitzed Scotland by six tries to top …

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