Ireland poised for first Grand Slam in 61 years

Following a close victory against England last Saturday in Croke Park, Ireland now stands to win their first Grand Slam since 1948. With the Welsh defeat to France this weekend, Ireland is the only team left with the possibility of a Grand Slam.

Ireland has never been a boastful team, and they have remained quiet on the matter. O'Driscoll, Ireland's Man-of-the-match last Saturday, said "Any side can beat any other in this tournament, that's what makes it so hard to win."

Despite Scotland's Fifth place standing, Ireland doesn't expect an easy win. "We're talking about Scotland and them alone. Murrayfield is a tough place to go- I know that from experience." O'Driscoll said.

Although Wales suffered their first defeat in almost two years this weekend, they are still only two points down from Ireland and stand to win the Six Nations and take home another Triple Crown. It all depends on the next two weeks, as Ireland takes on Scotland at Murrayfield followed by Wales at Millenium Stadium. With a Welsh victory against Italy practically assured next week, all eyes will be on Millenium Stadium on the 21st for the making of history.

The Welsh may not win a second successive Grand Slam, but they will still put up a dangerous fight to keep Irish hands off the trophy.