Front Five - 08.02.22

Start your day with five eye-catching egg-chasing quotes & links from around the ruggersphere.

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Ireland v Wales writeup

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That's Ireland's highest ranking position since the early stages of the 2019 World Cup, which comes on the back of their impressive current run of nine consecutive wins.

Ireland move to third in the world rankings following Six Nations victory over Wales

Cian Tracey - Irish Independent

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The flanker was replaced after half an hour of the defeat in the Welsh capital.

Connors ruled out for up to ten weeks

Ryan Corry - LeinsterRugby.ie

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An average of 729,000 viewers tuned in to watch Andy Farrell's charges win...the match generated 96,000 streams on RTÉ Player.

Ireland v Wales draws 841,000 viewers to RTÉ on busy weekend of sport

RTÉ Rugby

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"I like Ross Byrne, he is capable of exceptional things."

France could mix up XV as PSA suggests Ireland are 'better without Sexton'

Murray Kinsella - The42.ie

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"Hey Wales! Your alcohol allowance just got Biggar..."

Shop at Dublin Airport trolls Welsh fans in hilarious advertising

Sean Lenehan - RugbyDump

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