Ireland's rugby team has achieved a significant milestone by securing their 18th consecutive home victory, following their win over Wales in the Six Nations Championship. This victory marks their 11th consecutive win in the Six Nations, tying with England for the most consecutive wins in the history of the Championship. Despite the win, head coach Andy Farrell and player Ian Madigan acknowledged the need for improvement, with Farrell aiming for better performance against England in Twickenham and Madigan highlighting the team's pursuit of excellence despite a 24-point bonus victory. The match against Wales was described as 'scrappy,' indicating areas for improvement before facing England. Wales, despite their loss, showed commitment and energy, sparking some optimism for their future matches.
Ireland's victory over Wales on Saturday marked their 11th consecutive Men's Six Nations win 🙌 They join England with the most consecutive wins by any team in the history of the Championship 🔥 https://t.co/Ui5cN6txzR
11 - @IrishRugby have won their last 11 matches in the 6N, the joint most by any team in the history of the Championship (inc. 4/5 Nations), equalling England’s run between 2015-2017. Unstoppable. ⬇️ @OptaAnalyst | @SixNationsRugby | Round 3 Review ⬇️ https://t.co/EB8FByZWVF
"Wales have now lost ten of their past 11 Six Nations matches, but they were tremendously committed and energetic in Dublin, so there is scope for some optimism. A victory over France is even being contemplated now" | ✍️ @sjamesjourno Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/KpQofTtTCf
Ireland have stepped up since the World Cup 🏆 Here's how they've done it 👊 @ugomonye @JohnBarc86 @samwarburton_ #SixNations #BBCRugby https://t.co/eF9AwdXBMp
This was such a nerve-wracking moment! 😱 @ugomonye, @JohnBarc86 and @samwarburton_ discuss how it all played out. #SixNations #BBCRugby https://t.co/NckBmDQYqF
"It sums up how good this team is. We get a bonus point victory, win by 24 points yet we're all going to look for areas of improvement, because we believe we're the best team in the world." Ian Madigan on Ireland's performance vs Wales. #IREvWAL | #GuinnessSixNations https://t.co/JRSXx4o4QU
However, Ireland will need to improve from a 'scrappy' performance to beat England in Twickenham. #IREvWAL| #sixnations https://t.co/0NZ0q9kGVc
"We've a bit of fixing to do, hopefully we can get better for Twickenham." Andy Farrell after Ireland's win over Wales. #IREvWAL | #GuinnessSixNations https://t.co/kqCRtI7e3t
🤯 Ireland have now won 18 straight matches at home! 🔢 27 stats and facts from #IREvWAL, including Andy Farrell's record as head coach. #IREvWAL ✍️ @jaredwright17 https://t.co/DXowXaNhnV