Ireland remain on course for a Grand Slam and a third successive title, having won their opening two matches under interim head coach Simon Easterby. A run of 14 defeats saw Wales part company with Gatland and with three games to go, they’ll be desperate to avoid a second successive Six Nations wooden spoon.

Ireland's flanker Josh Van der Flier (C) and Ireland's Bundee Aki (L) react to winning a penalty during the Six Nations international rugby union match between Wales and Ireland at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff,

Ireland has condemned Wales to a record-extending 15th straight rugby loss after overcoming a 20-minute red card to rally for a 27-18 win and stay on course for an unprecedented third Six Nations title in a row.

Rugby Union fans have been slamming the 'stupid' new red card rule after Ireland's Garry Ringrose was sent off against Wales. With the visitors leading 10-3 after 34 minutes, the centre was penalised after making head contact with opposite number Ben Thomas as he charged in for a tackle.

It's top vs. bottom at the Millennium Stadium as the Boys In Green look to make it a three-peat. Round 3 of the Men's Six Nations Rugby kicks off with a seemingly insurmountable task for struggling Wales as it looks to end Ireland's unbeaten start to this year's tournament.