"Rassie Erasmus has described Ireland's rugby system as "precision farming" and the last year has shown how delicate the ecosystem is."
"All the analysis that followed the alarming defeats to France, New Zealand and South Africa remains valid and the issues that cropped up remain worthy of attention. Yet it all feels a little less alarming after a weekend where the senior side issued a stunning riposte to those who believed they are a beaten docket and the U-20s showed there's life in the pathways yet."
Rassie Erasmus described Ireland's rugby system as precision farming, and the past year exposed how delicate that ecosystem can be. Heavy defeats to France, New Zealand and South Africa revealed tactical and structural vulnerabilities that still demand attention. The issues identified after those losses remain relevant and unresolved in some areas. A recent senior team response delivered a strong revival, challenging perceptions of decline. The U-20 side produced encouraging results that demonstrate continued strength in the pathways. Combined senior and U-20 signs point to depth and potential recovery within Irish rugby.
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