Tony Ward: Thoroughbred wingers are giving the Ireland attack a whole new dimension
All-action displays are becoming the norm for Robert Baloucoune, James Lowe and now Tommy O’Brien, with the likes…
Tony Ward: What we witnessed on Thursday truly was Puke Rugby, Irish-style
Kick, kick and kick it high again: Jamison Gibson-Park clears the ball against France in Paris. Photo: Adam…
Tony Ward: Shaky form and an injury crisis leaves Ireland looking vulnerable ahead of French test
It’s very difficult to see beyond a home win in Paris on Thursday night Ireland captain Caelan Doris…
Tony Ward: Anyone who thinks Leinster are playing well is deluding themselves
Leinster’s Sam Prendergast, right, celebrates with Luke McGrath after scoring their side’s second try against Bayonne. Photo: Brendan…
Tony Ward: Leinster ‘caveman’ approach worked against La Rochelle, but I hate the Jacques Nienaber imprint
The tactics of Leinster senior coach Jacques Nienaber are not pleasing on the eye. Photo: Sportsfile Outside of…
Tony Ward: Over-hyped Ireland should be relieved Rassie Erasmus’s Springboks didn’t play close to their best
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus (right) and Ireland assistant coach Jonathan Sexton before the Test match on…
Ireland v South Africa predictions: Who will win the arm wrestle at the Aviva Stadium?
Our rugby experts give their verdict on the season finale against the world champions Rassie Erasmus and Andy…
Tony Ward: Encouraging signs for Ireland but Storm Rassie will be in a different category
Ryan Baird of Ireland is tackled by Harry Potter of Australia. Photo: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile By any standard, this…
Tony Ward: Ireland a long way off form required to take on the Wallabies and Springboks
Scoreboard flattered Andy Farrell’s team but bench-impact is a positive Jack Crowley celebrates after scoring Ireland’s first try…
Tony Ward: All Blacks defeat shows Ireland are now paying price for providing Lions’ backbone
Ireland’s James Lowe in action against Beauden Barrett of New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago. Photo: Ramsey…
Tony Ward: Leinster can beat Munster in Croker showdown if they show the same Sharks bite
Don’t rule out Harry Byrne for the No 10 jersey. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile If the final dress rehearsal…