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THE FACTS
When is Wales vs Ireland on and what time does it start? Wales vs Ireland will take place on Saturday 4th February, 2023 – 14:15 (UK)
Where is Wales vs Ireland taking place? Wales vs Ireland will take place at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales
Where can I get tickets for Wales vs Ireland? Ticket information for Wales vs Ireland can be found on each nation’s official website
What channel is Wales vs Ireland on in the UK? Television coverage is shared between BBC and ITV so it is worth checking their schedules for Wales vs Ireland
Where can I stream Wales vs Ireland in the UK? If televised live on BBC, Wales vs Ireland can be streamed live on iPlayer, while ITVX is the place to go if the match is on ITV
THE TEAM NEWS
WALES
Starting XV: L. Williams; Adams, North, Hawkins, Dyer; Biggar, T. Williams; Thomas, Owens, Francis, Beard, Wyn Jones, Morgan, Tipuric, Faletau
Replacements: Baldwin, Carre, Lewis, Jenkins, Reffell, Webb, O. Williams, Cuthbert
IRELAND
Starting XV: Keenan; Hansen, Ringrose, McCloskey, Lowe; Sexton, Gibson-Park; Porter, Sheehan, Bealham, Beirne, Ryan, O'Mahony, van der Flier, Doris
Replacements: Herring, Healy, O'Toole, Henderson, Conan, Murray, Byrne, Aki
THE PREDICTION
Wales will hope that the return of Warren Gatland can inspire a revival after a very disappointing year in 2022. They take on Ireland in this clash to kick-off the Six Nations but they face a daunting task with the Irish proving to be one the of the best teams in the world last year. They look capable of beating anyone on their day and have climbed to the top of the world rankings based on their recent efforts. This will not be easy with Wales winning their last four home games in the Six Nations against Ireland but it will take a big turnaround for the Welsh to right the wrongs of last year and the form of the Irish is difficult to ignore so they are favoured to claim the win in this opener.