Continuity Is Key as Rotated Ireland Brace for Japan Test

Continuity is key as rotated Ireland brace for Japan test

Neil Treacy previews the Nations Championship meeting with Japan in Australia, as Ireland's wider squad players are given their opportunity to impress.

Different occasion to Sydney but Farrell wants Ireland to take their chance

Eddie Jones’ Japan are aiming to cause Ireland some stress in Newcastle.

Andy Farrell sends blunt warning to Ireland debutants

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has handed four golden opportunties out this weekend, with a quartet of talents set to make their debuts in the famous green jersey. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Ireland take on Japan in the second round of the 2026 Nations Championship, with Andy Farrell naming the Connacht trio of Sean Jansen, Billy Bohan and Sam Illo, along with Ulster back row …