Lock has blended remarkable athleticism with a dedication to hard graft
Ryan Baird
James Lowe and Josh van der Flier among 11 players who took part in Ireland’s Six Nations triumph set to start Friday night’s game at the RDS
Andy Farrell has areas to address as he aims to make the most of the summer tour to South Africa
Leinster forward says athletic profile of the province’s players mean they can fit in to Jacques Nienaber’s new system
Ireland vs New Zealand: James Ryan likely to be ruled out with Joe McCarthy or Ryan Baird set to replace him on the bench
Ruddock set to be named captain for South Africa trip, while Baird and Lowe in race against time to be fit for Toulouse cup game
No indication given as to whether James Lowe and Josh van der Flier will be fit to play
Leo Cullen says the response to the Caelan Doris yellow card was the turning point of the match
‘I thought he was immense in that second half … figuring out how to put his stamp on the game,’ says Ireland coach
Leinster forward wants to make up for lost time and impressed against Italy
Baird made Ireland debut against the Italians in 2021 in an empty Roman stadium due to coronavirus restrictions
If Leinster maintain their quick ruck speed they will get the tries they need to win
Leinster head coach says return of Will Skelton to French side will be part of planning
Johann van Graan’s side will not return to Thomond Park this season
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