“It was said for effect.” Back in 2020, as he was trying to make a name for himself as a pundit, Chris Ashton took an unfair cut off James Lowe. Four years on, his tune has changed completely. James Lowe had a fine start to his Test career, with Ireland, in late 2020 but was […]

2 years ago

Agreement on four players, in three separate selections. The second round of the 2024 Six Nations is in the bag and only two teams are still on for a potential Grand Slam. France survived a late TMO call against Scotland, England had a comeback win over Wales and Ireland beat Italy 36-0. “Once they went […]

2 years ago

‘Give it to Lowe, ffs Quinny!’ James Lowe delivered another attacking masterclass for Ireland in their 36-0 win over Italy, at Aviva Stadium. Lowe ended up with a try – his 13th for Ireland – and made 116 metres off 13 carries, which included four clean breaks. His missile of a left boot was key, […]

2 years ago

This was sensational. Ireland vs. France was teed up to be a Six Nations classic, and it certainly delivered in the first half of a pulsating contest at Aviva Stadium. James Lowe and Damian Penaud scored two crackers. Ireland led France 7-6 after two Thomas Ramos penalties were shaded by a converted Hugo Keenan. Then, […]

3 years ago

“Yeah. I mean, I wouldn’t mind having him in front of me, that’s for sure.” A cracking performance, lots of positive involvements and a try to emphatically seal victory in the closing moments. All that James Lowe was missing on his Ireland debut, last month, was his family in the crowd. Or any crowd, in […]

5 years ago

The two best sides in world rugby are going head-to-head. It is only fitting, then, that the best rugby show in Ireland is having a big night of refreshing insights, bold predictions and great stories. Ireland face the world champion All Blacks at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, November 17 (5:30pm kick-off) and we’ve lined up […]

8 years ago