Ireland has condemned Wales to a record-extending 15th straight rugby loss after overcoming a 20-minute red card to rally for a 27-18 win and stay on course for an unprecedented third Six Nations title in a row.

Wales slipped to a 15th straight defeat in a 27-18 home loss to Six Nations champions Ireland on Saturday, but the hosts played with endeavour and ambition not seen in recent games. Ireland secured the Triple Crown and top the table with 14 points from three matches,

It's top vs. bottom at the Millennium Stadium as the Boys In Green look to make it a three-peat. Round 3 of the Men's Six Nations Rugby kicks off with a seemingly insurmountable task for struggling Wales as it looks to end Ireland's unbeaten start to this year's tournament.