The giant from Limerick spearheaded the reverse in Ireland’s Six Nations fortunes

Father Time comes for us all, but retired professionals can still pull on the boots

The record breaking Scot was a Six Nations beacon amid many moments of gloom

The battling flanker overcame a sticky start to become an icon and double Grand Slam winner

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