A few weeks back, World Rugby released a thrilling promotional video in anticipation of the forthcoming World Cup in France, which kicks off in less than two weeks. The montage showcased iconic moments from previous tournaments: David Kirk hoisting the inaugural trophy in 1987, Jonah Lomu’s unstoppable runs in 1995, Johnny Wilkinson’s decisive drop goal in 2003, Francois Pienaar’s unforgettable moment with Nelson Mandela in 1995, and Cheslin Kolbe’s dazzling try in the 2019 final, to mention just a few. Yet, amidst these golden memories, Ireland’s World Cup journey seemed conspicuously underrepresented. In fact, our nation’s achievements were largely absent…

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