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Irish Rugby Legends Prepare for Emotional Farewell in Six Nations Clash

Cian Healy, Conor Murray, and Peter O'Mahony set to retire after historic careers as Ireland faces France in pivotal Six Nations match.

  • Cian Healy, Conor Murray, and Peter O'Mahony, who have collectively earned 372 caps, will retire from Test rugby after Ireland's final Six Nations match against Italy next week.
  • Saturday's match against France at Lansdowne Road marks the trio's final home Test and could bring Ireland closer to an unprecedented third consecutive Six Nations title.
  • Ireland captain Caelan Doris emphasized the trio's legacy as a source of motivation for the team, while cautioning against letting emotions distract from their goals.
  • The retiring players have been central to Ireland's rugby success, including five championship wins and historic victories over the All Blacks and South Africa.
  • The match also features key individual milestones, with Doris earning his 50th cap and a much-anticipated showdown between him and France's Gregory Alldritt at No. 8.
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