Wales vs Ireland Prediction, Odds and Lineups: Top Tips for Saturday's Game

After a two-week break, the Six Nations returns this weekend. Ireland take on Wales in what would typically be a close encounter. However, in recent years, Wales' performances have dropped massively and are in danger of earning the infamous wooden spoon this year. Ireland, on the other hand, can earn the Triple Crown" with a win this Saturday.

This game starts at 14:15 and can be watched live on BBC.

Wales is enduring a challenging period, marked by a record-breaking 14 consecutive Test defeats. Their recent 22-15 loss to Italy not only extended this streak but also saw them fall to 12th in the World Rugby Rankings, their lowest position to date. This series of setbacks led to the departure of long-standing head coach Warren Gatland, with Matt Sherratt stepping in as interim coach.

In contrast, Ireland is displaying formidable form, remaining unbeaten in the current Six Nations Championship. Despite injuries sidelining key players like captain Caelan Doris, Rónan Kelleher, and Tadhg Furlong, Ireland's depth allows them to field a strong squad.

While rugby matches can be unpredictable, the current form and morale of both teams suggest a decisive win for Ireland, and I believe they will cover the -22 handicap.

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James Lowe, Ireland's dynamic winger, is a strong contender to score the first try in this upcoming match. Lowe has been in exceptional form throughout the Six Nations Championship, leading the tournament with eight line breaks and ranking joint-fifth with 23 carries.

His impressive strike rate of 16 tries in 37 Tests for Ireland underscores his consistent try-scoring ability. In Ireland's recent matches, Lowe has been pivotal, contributing significantly to the team's offensive strength.

Considering his current form and Ireland's offensive strategies, placing a bet on James Lowe to score the first try could be a promising option for bettors.

Wales vs Ireland Lineups

Wales Lineup: B Murray, T Rogers, M Llewellyn, B Thomas, E Mee, G Anscombe, T Williams; N Smith, E Dee, W John, W Rowlands, D Jenkins, J Morgan, T Reffell, T Faletau

Replacements: van Lloyd, G Thomas, H Thomas, T Williams, A Wainwright, R Williams, J Evans, J Roberts

Ireland Lineup: J Osborne; M Hansen, R Henshaw, G Ringrose, J Lowe; S Prendergast, J Gibson-Park; A Porter, D Sheehan, T Clarkson; J Mccarthy, T Beirne; P O'Mahony, J Van der Flier, J Conan

Replacements: G Mccarthy, J Boyle, F Bealham, J Ryan, C Prendergast, C Murray, J Crowley, B Aki

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