Far too strong for weak wales

try to cut Ireland’s wind, the scrumhalf capitalising on a powerful drive from Rob Evans.

Halfpenny’s conversion and a penalty put Wales 13-5 ahead against the run of play, before Ireland forced further dividend.

Sexton found his kicking boots to post a penalty after concerted home pressure, before Aki pounded through and stretched out to dot down Ireland’s second.

The conversion saw Ireland carry a 15-13 lead into the break.

Rob Kearney fed Earls on the right flank, with Murray clutching the inside ball at the second attempt to keep the move alive.

Leavy powered home for Ireland’s third try soon afterwards.

And the hosts bagged the bonuspoint score comfortably inside the hour, courtesy of Healy’s short drive home.

Ireland kicked a penalty to the corner, lost the lineout – but forced Wales to carry over and dot down for an attacking five-metre scrum.

Halfpenny scragged the breaking Murray, but Ireland kept calm, with Healy carrying on and finishing in style.

Just when Ireland thought they were home and hosed, Shingler popped up on the wing to coast over after the hosts ran out of defensive numbers.

Halfpenny’s stunning touchline conversion putwales within seven.

Murray’s calm penalty nudge proved hugely important, as Wales sneaked a third try through wing Evans, conjured by Josh Navidi’s neat flip-pass.

Halfpenny’s conversion cut Ireland’s lead to just three points with as many minutes on the clock, only for Stockdale to hunt down that intercept score and cement the win.