The result of the Six Nations clash in Dublin this Saturday will shape Ireland and France’s respective campaigns, while the Springboks — who will face both teams in November — will be watching closely.

Doris, Bealham and Conan are all set to make their 50th appearances for Ireland this weekend, as Ireland host France at the Aviva Stadium in a potential Championship decider.

Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby is confident versatile back Jamie Osborne can shine in unfamiliar territory during Saturday’s crunch Guinness Six Nations clash with title rivals France. With Mack Hansen ruled out by a minor quad injury, left-footed Leinster player Osborne has been switched from full-back to the right wing.

Ireland and France have set up their blockbuster clash in the Six Nations next month with contrasting wins in the third round Ireland and France set up their blockbuster clash in Six Nations rugby next month with contrasting wins in the third round.

ROME, Feb 23 (Reuters) - After record-breaking afternoon for France against Italy in Rome on Sunday, focus quickly shifted to their next Six Nations meeting against Ireland with captain Antoine Dupont describing it as a potential tournament decider.

ROME (AP) — France will face unbeaten Six Nations leader Ireland in a buoyant mood after thrashing Italy by a record-high 73-24 at Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. France blew away its previous ...

Even then, Borthwick’s men will be relying on results elsewhere, starting with France beating Ireland in round four. If Ireland don’t get any bonus points while losing that contest ...