A series victory in New Zealand is an extraordinary achievement in its own right but there is another prize at stake and now is the time for Andy Farrell to experiment.
The critic's of Ireland's performance at Twickenham are ignoring how hard it can be to play against 14 men but Andy Farrell's side still didn't learn lessons from the Italy game.
Ireland's triumph over the All Blacks was based on a more expansive style of play but at its heart it was an ability to stay calm which can be truly encouraging as Andy Farrell's side face even bigger challenges over the next two years.
The All Blacks coach Ian Foster has his detractors. They have been silenced by his team's performances in recent months but the big tests are to come, their former coach Steve Hansen tells New Zealand journalist Robert van Royen.
Hugo MacNeill is hoping that his sporting and charitable exploits will aid his Seanad election bid. But he also knows his association with Goldman Sachs comes with its own baggage. He talks frankly to Sam Smyth.
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