Ireland back + England humbled

Ireland back + England humbled

Author: Fandom Media February 24, 2026 Duration: 20:30

The Aotearoa Rugby Pod crew break down the latest round of the Six Nations, as England fall apart at the hands of an Ireland team rekindling its form.


Plus, why the Scots almost got pipped by the Welsh.

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