‘He’s been brilliant’ – Jacob Stockdale reveals what stopped him abandoning Ireland dream after Six Nations return

JACOB STOCKDALE has revealed how Andy Farrell’s carrot-and-stick approach - and contractual obligations - stopped him from giving up on his Ireland dream. Stockdale made his first Six Nations appearance since 2021 against France on Thursday night, although his return was spoiled by a heavy 36-14 defeat. But the winger admitted there was a sense...