Matt Sherratt not interested in longer Wales stint despite encouraging start - Wales pushed Six Nations title favourites Ireland to the limit in Cardiff.

He is the first Englishman to lead Wales after taking over from Warren Gatland for the rest of the Six Nations.

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Matt Sherratt has hailed the influence of former England and Scotland boss Andy Robinson on him as he prepares for the biggest day in his sporting life. Sherratt will be at the helm when Wales begin the post-Warren Gatland era against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday.

New interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt wanted his side to be fearless in their Six Nations clash with champions Ireland and, despite a 27-18 defeat in Cardiff on Saturday, believes there is much to build on after a display full of heart and ambition.

As was the case last year, two sides in completely contrasting form meet in Round Three of the Six Nations as Wales host Ireland in Cardiff.

Matt Sherratt wants his Wales team to be brave and not “die wondering” against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday. Wales begin life after Warren Gatland with Cardiff boss Sherratt taking the reins for three games only – Ireland,