Jack Conan of Ireland, centre, and team-mates after the Six Nations Rugby Championship win over Italy at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile
Andy Farrell is a man who does things his way. Next week, he’s set to unveil a coaching ticket to tour the Lions that will look very similar to his Irish ticket, with Simon Easterby and John Fogarty expected to travel.
Trust and cohesion are big values in Farrell’s world and ever since his Lions appointment it looked as if he’d be able to lean heavily on Irish players who he has relied on for his tenure.