"All-action displays are becoming the norm for Robert Baloucoune, James Lowe and now Tommy O'Brien, with the likes of JJ Kenny at Leinster made of the same stuff"
"There have been many great wins in the cause of Irish rugby over many years, but what was achieved in Twickenham on Saturday and its manner, particularly when given the pre-match context, ranks up there with the best ever."
"Most rational evidence in the opening two rounds, and I say 'most' because of England's unexpected Calcutta Cup undoing at Murrayfield, pointed to a Chariot bounce back."
All-action displays are becoming the norm for Robert Baloucoune, James Lowe and Tommy O'Brien, with JJ Kenny at Leinster showing a similar profile. A victory at Twickenham combined quality and context to rank among the best wins in Irish rugby history. The manner of the win amplified its significance given pre-match expectations. Early tournament form, aside from England's unexpected Calcutta Cup loss at Murrayfield, had suggested an England bounce back. The Twickenham result contradicted most rational evidence from the opening two rounds and underscored the impact of dynamic, high-energy Irish performances.
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