All the information you need as the tournament gets under way
France are hosting this year's event and will no doubt be desperate to begin their campaign on home soil with a win over one of their traditional rivals.
For the first time in many years, the All Blacks are not favourites heading into this year's tournament. Ranked number four in the World, the bookies reckon Ireland, France and South Africa stand a better chance of taking home the Webb Ellis trophy in seven weeks.Where is the game being played? Stade de France in Saint Denis, Paris.Is the game being shown on TV? RTE 2 and ITV 1 will be broadcasting the game.
"But his ability to control the game and influence the game has been huge for Ireland over the last few years and the big reason why they've been so successful because of his game management and the way he directs the team around the field."So hopefully, you know, he can find some form and get back from his injury and the setbacks that, that he's had recently because he's a big part of that squad.
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