Peter O'Mahony is recalled to the Ireland squad for their upcoming Six Nations clash against Scotland, bringing his wealth of experience and leadership to the team. O'Mahony's history of success against Scotland, coupled with his proven lineout skills, makes him a valuable asset for Ireland as they aim to maintain their winning streak against their Celtic rivals.
In truth, the outhalf selection debate was something of a non-issue, for Sam Prendergast was always going to start forO’Mahony has faced down Scotland 13 times, as well as Edinburgh and Glasgow on numerous other occasions, and the familiarity has certainly bred a fair degree of antipathy over the years. He has been on the winning side in 12 of those 13 clashes, the only loss being a 12-8 loss at Murrayfield in 2013.
Ireland had three five-metre lineouts off penalties last week against England and didn’t score off one of them, while statistically Scotland have one of the most potent lineout mauls around. Generally, when O’Mahony is in a Munster or Irish pack, you can throw a blanket over them. “I think he supported the guys last week incredibly well. Bairdo did well in terms of his lineout work was excellent – Pete brings that – but he also brings experience which at the moment some other players can’t offer.
“He was disappointed not to get the selection in the 15 or 23 for England, so I think what he does do when he plays against sides like Scotland is he plays right on the edge. He’s confrontational. He leads by example. Other players will certainly follow that example. Garry Ringrose will this time be the one looking to make an impact off the bench, and perhaps he has a minor issue, for he did receive treatment in the win over England.Perhaps too Easterby and co are conscious that Ringrose is an enthusiastic adherent of Jacques Nienaber’s outside-in blitz defence, which is not Ireland’s modus operandi. It might also be particularly risky against this Scotland team given Finn Russell’s ability to play to the edge with his passing from hand and foot.
“Ringer covers the wing for us as well as centre, which means when he’s in the game at 60/65 minutes – the way he plays the game and how much he puts into his performance – it’s probably an opportunity for him to come on later in the game and be a bit fresher, a bit like Robbie did.
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