David Corkery: Covid has exposed huge flaws threatening Irish rugby

Peter O'Mahony, defence coach JP Ferreira and head coach Johann van Graan at training. Picture: INPHO/James Crombie
Yes, the professional game generates the bulk of the IRFU revenue. Yet, if you neglect the grounds that introduce the players to schools and universities, the pitches around the country will turn to dust bowls or be sold off for new housing schemes.

The news that the Six Nations will probably go ahead eases the pain of the Heineken Champions Cup postponement. However, I do feel incredibly sad for the U20 and women’s national teams.
