Do Ireland’s rugby pathways need a serious overhaul?

Plus, reaction to Andy Farrell's team selection ahead of the Italy clash

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Ireland's Rian Handley, Sami Bishti and Donnacha McGuire console their teammates after the defeat to France in the first round of the 2026 Under 20 Six Nations Championship. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/©INPHO
Ireland's Rian Handley, Sami Bishti and Donnacha McGuire console their teammates after the defeat to France in the first round of the 2026 Under 20 Six Nations Championship. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/©INPHO

John O’Sullivan joins Nathan Johns to pick through some big selection decisions made by Andy Farrell ahead of Ireland’s Six Nations clash with Italy.

Plus, John also takes his through his vision for how Ireland can bring more players through from U20 level to the senior side.

Produced by John Casey.

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