10 points from 10, two of our three 6N rivals beaten, the three in a row still on, the slam still alive, and a young outhalf improving by the week – these are salad days for Irish rugby!

We chat to Shane Horgan and Ruaidhri O’Connor about the win, a dismal Scottish display, Sam Prendergast’s performance, French butchers, England finding their Fin, concussion protocols and who Easterby should select for the Wales game.

2025 Guinness Six Nations Championship Round 2, Twickenham Stadium, London, England 8/2/2025
England vs France
England’s Fin Smith celebrates winning the match
Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Andrew Fosker

 

Plus there’s a comprehensive 6N permutations slot, the fun police are out, and ROG delivers.

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