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.

Wales host Ireland this weekend as Six Nations rugby returns following the first fallow week. Temporary boss Matt Sherratt will take charge of the hosts for the first time after Warren Gatland left his role as Wales head coach following the dismal defeat by Italy in Rome last time out.

Wales take on Ireland in the opening game of the Six Nations round, which takes place in Cardiff. Scroll down to the comments section to follow the match via our live blog of an intriguing fixture. Ireland are looking to make it three wins out of three in 2025 after beating England and Scotland.