Many Ireland players have spoken about the culture change with ensued once Bemand entered the fray, and the belief he has instilled in the players that they can win any game, against any opposition.

"I'm really proud of the effort," said Bemand who took the Ireland job after Greg McWilliams' departure last May. "We know that anybody in our wider squad will defend this Irish shirt with ...

Greg McWilliams replaced Griggs as head coach in 2022 but, after an initial promising display in his debut Six Nations, a winless showing in last year's competition saw Ireland take the Wooden ...