Much missed after a one-week hiatus, the Six Nations is back and we have Ireland’s trip to Wales to kick off the weekend of action.
Even without Andy Farrell on board, everything has been smooth sailing so far in the championship under interim boss Simon Easterby.
Two matches so far have resulted in a pair of bonus-point wins, with Ireland particularly impressive away in Murrayfield against Scotland two weeks ago.
The Welsh are set to be a far different test given they dispensed with head coach Warren Gatland since their defeat to Italy in Rome.
Cardiff boss Matt Sherratt has been called in as his interim replacement and only came into the camp earlier this week.
While the Irish are the odds-on favourite to make it three wins from three, the hosts could yet spring a surprise on the reigning Six Nations champions.
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— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) February 21, 2025
Let’s run through everything you need to know:
When is Wales vs Ireland?
The two nations will lock horns on Saturday, February 22.
What time is kick-off?
We’re set up for the early slot on Saturday as the pair get the action going from 2:15 pm.
Where is the match taking place?
The Welsh are at home and will be welcoming Easterby’s charges to the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Where is the match on TV?
The Irish coverage of this year’s championship is split evenly across both RTÉ and Virgin Media.
This time around, it’s Virgin Media’s turn to show the live action. Their coverage begins early at 1 pm at Virgin Media One.
Aside from watching it directly on TV, you can also stream the game live through the Virgin Media Play website or app.
Alternatively, you can also turn to the British stations to keep track of the action on the BBC. Their broadcast begins at 1:15 pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
What are the teams?
Ireland: Jamie Osborne; Mack Hansen, Garry Ringrose, Robbie Henshaw, James Lowe; Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park; Andrew Porter, Dan Sheehan (capt), Thomas Clarkson; Joe McCarthy, Tadhg Beirne; Peter O’Mahony, Josh van der Flier, Jack Conan
Replacements: Gus McCarthy, Jack Boyle, Finlay Bealham, James Ryan, Cian Prendergast, Conor Murray, Jack Crowley, Bundee Aki
Wales: Blair Murray; Tom Rogers, Max Llewellyn, Ben Thomas, Ellis Mee; Gareth Anscombe, Tomos Williams; Nicky Smith, Elliot Dee, WillGriff John, Will Rowlands, Dafydd Jenkins, Jac Morgan, Tommy Reffell, Taulupe Faletau.
Replacements: Evan Lloyd, Gareth Thomas, Henry Thomas, Teddy Williams, Aaron Wainwright, Rhodri Williams, Jarrod Evans, Joe Roberts.
*This article was originally published on Extra.ie.
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