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.

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.

GMT Use 'watch and listen' tab for live coverage from the Six Nations BBC One coverage from 13:15 GMT Live commentaries from BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Cymru Ireland can win the Triple Crown with victory over Wales this afternoon Wales begin life after Warren Gatland - again - with Matt Sherratt taking interim charge Jack Conan crosses early to give Ireland the lead in Cardiff Matt Lloyd Wales v Ireland (14:15 GMT) Just a quick reminder of the teams.