In the final round of the Six Nations, Ireland faced Italy needing to win and rely on favors from other results to clinch their third consecutive championship. Despite Ireland's victory over Italy, where they won 22-17, they ultimately missed out on the title as France and England surpassed them in the standings. Ireland's aging roster and inconsistent performances, including a significant loss to France earlier in the tournament, contributed to their failure to achieve rugby history and secure a three-peat in this prestigious competition.
Heading into the final round of this year's Six Nations, Ireland needed a win over Italy and lots of help from above to get back to the top of the table.
Ireland came into this year's tournament as the two-time defending champs, and on the cusp of history: No team had ever won three outright Six Nations championships in a row.
Along with being the highest-ranked team in the tournament, Ireland was also the oldest, with a roster averaging nearly 29.5 years.
That loss meant both the French and evil English leapt over Ireland on the tournament table, and took Ireland's Six Nations destiny out of her hands.
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