Read about our approach to external linking. One player from the team who put the ball in must strike for the ball. The 32-year-old represented Ireland at three World Cups and adds significant experience in a 34-player squad which includes the uncapped trio of Shannon Touhey, Neve Jones, and Katie O'Dwyer. Former Ireland captain Claire Molloy has returned to Adam Griggs' squad for October's rescheduled Women's Six Nations fixtures. The bookmakers fancy Ireland to be their biggest opposition, William Hill offering 13/8. They beat Australia twice last year and took the All Blacks close, so they will get better. Rationale: To promote a fair contest for possession. England need to develop some strength in depth in the front row and I'm looking to see Williams push Dan Cole all the way for the tight head spot. Irish Rugby Captains past and present. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Molloy took a sabbatical from Ireland duty last August to focus on her medical career. Invariably first to the breakdown either ensuring quick ball or snaffling a turnover. Last updated on 23 September 202023 September 2020.From the section Irish Rugby. The amendments, which have been tried in specific international competitions this year, relate to the scrum and tackle/ruck, and are aimed at making the game simpler to play and referee, as well as further protecting player welfare. Ireland – Leinster are flying and will make up the majority of the team. England lead the men's and women's 2020 Six Nations tournaments. Elliot Daly's late try gave England a last-gasp win away from home last year and this year's showdown promises to deliver more drama. Chelsea's welcome selection headache: After hat-trick hero Kai Havertz and Tammy Abraham both impressed in the Carabao Cup, how does Frank Lampard's expensively assembled attack fit together? A ruck commences when at least one player is on their feet and over the ball which is on the ground (tackled player, tackler). The scrum-half must throw the ball in straight, but is allowed to align their shoulder on the middle line of the scrum, therefore allowing them to stand a shoulder width towards their own side of the middle line. The 2021 Rugby World Cup European qualifiers are scheduled to be played as a single round-robin tournament from 5-19 December. Once the ball touches the ground in the tunnel, any front-row player may use either foot to try to win possession of the ball. Terrific almost old-school fast-and-loose openside who covers the ground, supports in attack and makes his tackles. Has a bit of X-factor and could even be required at No 10 for the injured Dan Biggar. Here, Sportsmail tells you all you need to know ahead of the highly-anticipated tournament. Read about our approach to external linking. The player can only hook it in a backwards motion. Elliot Daly's late try gave England a last-gasp win away from home against Wales last year. — 2015, Six Nations Special 2009 Six Nations Final: Ireland V Wales gallery — 2015, Six Nations Special Archive photo gallery — 2015, Six Nations Special Winner? Forget flair and style - the only thing that matters for... Away wins could prove crucial to England's Six Nations... Italy fly-half Ian McKinley is blind in one eye and was... Jose Mourinho shares heartwarming moment with Macedonian journalist, Tottenham forced to move goalposts ahead of Shkendija victory, Lincoln 2-7 Liverpool: Klopp post-match press conference, Jurgen Klopp praises 'exceptional' Arteta ahead of Arsenal visit, Liverpool v Arsenal: Premier League match preview, Luis Suarez: Barcelona still has a special place in my heart, Conor McGregor showcases intense training and shadow boxing on ring, Tyson Fury marches to protest racism against travellers, Adebayo Akinfenwa slams FA's decision over 'fat water buffalo' slur, Klopp backs support package for lower league clubs, Arteta previews his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool, Brighton v Man United: Premier League match preview. The World Rugby Council meetings have been held virtually since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.