OTB Rugby Rugby Daily | Kelleher over Sheehan for Wales game? How Anthony Watson 'cheated' on a HIA
Mar 3, 2026
Discussion on Ireland's preparation and selection headaches ahead of the Wales clash. A heated front-row debate between Kelleher and Sheehan and long-term prop development plans. A candid admission about manipulating the HIA process sparks a wider look at new concussion tech trials and safety concerns from recent injury cases.
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Ireland Prioritise Their Own Performance Over Opponent Scouting
- Ireland focus on self improvement rather than scouting opponents in depth.
- Paul O'Connell says Andy Farrell's setup emphasises doing their thing and getting better week to week, not obsessing over opposition tactics.
Kelleher Brings Size And Scrummaging Edge Over Sheehan
- Ronan Kelleher offers more raw size and scrummaging power compared to Dan Sheehan.
- Mike Sherry notes Kelleher's stronger scrummaging and size but less consistent throwing and reduced speed and line-out accuracy recently.
Train Props For Positional Versatility For World Cup
- Develop props to be versatile for World Cup squad selection by training in both sides of the scrum.
- James Tracy suggests Tom O'Toole is being given loosehead reps because he can cover both front-row roles.