Ireland prepares for physical match against Fiji in Dublin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 8:14 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey stated that the team aims to avoid getting into a physical struggle with Fiji during their Nations Championship match on Saturday in Dublin. Ireland has won three of their four fixtures in the tournament so far, including a recent 42-12 victory over Argentina. Fiji, however, has not yet scored any points in four outings and suffered a significant loss to France last week. McCloskey acknowledged the challenge posed by Fiji, highlighting their physicality and potential for strong play, while emphasizing the need for Ireland to maintain a structured approach to the game.
- •Ireland faces Fiji in the Nations Championship on Saturday
- •Ireland has three wins out of four games
- •Fiji lost all four fixtures so far
- •McCloskey emphasizes avoiding physical strife during the match
- •Ireland's recent game included a 42-12 win over Argentina
- 8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Ireland 'won't get into arm wrestle' with Fiji
"Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey says Andy Farrell's side will not be drawn into an arm wrestle with Fiji in Saturday's Nations Championship game in Dublin.
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