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Rugby
Ireland v France set to be the pivotal match of Six Nations
Gordon D’Arcy: Attacking rugby is on the rise thanks in part to the game being sped up
Mack Hansen throws an offload during Ireland's victory over Wales. Photograph: Stu Forster/Getty Images
Gordon D'Arcy
Wed Feb 08 2023 - 06:00
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