The next World Cup is still three years away, however, all the leading nations will already be planning for that tournament in France.
There have been ample signs during the 2020 Six Nations to suggest Ireland are a good bet at 12/1 to win the World Cup for the first time in 2023.
Ireland got their Six Nations campaign off to a winning start with an excellent victory over reigning champions Wales. There was very little between the two sides in the match betting for that tie but Ireland proved too strong, coming out 24-14 on top in Dublin.
Andy Farrell’s team were unable to upset the odds against England at Twickenham. A slow start to that game cost Ireland. They were much better in the second half, something which will encourage Farrell against one of the leading nations in the world rankings.
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