Peter O'Mahony Avoids Punishment After Final Act of Sh**housery for Ireland
Rugby NewsSunday, 09 March 2025 at 09:37
Peter O’Mahony signed off in true fashion, pulling off one last act of rugby mischief—twice—and somehow escaping any repercussions during his fiancée’s Ireland home game.
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The Ireland veteran found himself at the centre of controversy after two moments where he threw himself at his opponents’ lower limbs without using his arms, leaving fans questioning how he managed to get away with it.
One fan summed up the frustration:
"Did it twice in a row and got off scot-free."
Another added: "I was amazed he got away with this at least twice."
Some argued that the second incident was “slightly more legal”, while the first was “atrocious.” Others weren’t surprised, with one comment dripping in sarcasm: "Not like him!"
Meanwhile, the debate raged on over the legality of his technique. One fan questioned the danger of his approach, saying: "Throwing yourself at lower limbs seems pretty dangerous."
But not everyone was buying into the hype, with some branding O’Mahony as just a “very dirty player.”
Love him or hate him, O’Mahony certainly went out on brand in his fiancée’s home game.
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“Brainless Moments” – Five Lions Hopefuls Who Completely Flopped in the Six Nations Yesterday
The Lions squad is taking shape, and every performance is critical in the race for a place.
Unfortunately, for these five players, their chances of being selected for the prestigious tour took a hit thanks to some costly mistakes in the Six Nations today.
Read on to find out which players missed the mark and why others, like Finn Russell, may be leapfrogging them in the race to the Lions.
1. Joe McCarthy: A Card Too Far
McCarthy's ill-timed yellow card for yanking Thomas Ramos off the ball was a complete brainfart, turning the game in France’s favor.
What followed was a disjointed performance from the lock, and though he tried to make up for it, the damage was already done. For a Lions spot, moments like this are tough to overcome.
2. WillGriff John: A 'Binned' Opportunity
John’s yellow card was as unnecessary as it was costly, leaving Wales on the back foot.
He couldn’t redeem himself after returning to the field and even added to his frustrations with a knock-on. If he was hoping to catch the eye of Lions selectors, this was a missed opportunity he won’t soon forget.
3. Bundee Aki: Not Quite the Aki We Know
Aki battled through some early discomfort with a boot to the face, but his performance fizzled out as the game progressed.
Though he was in the thick of the action, his usual dominance didn’t materialize when Ireland needed it most. With other centres rising to the occasion, Aki’s Lions chances look less promising.
4. Jonny Gray: A Solid Enough Shift, But Not Enough
Gray’s performance was steady, but in a squad as competitive as the Lions, steadiness isn’t enough.
He didn’t stand out, and with so many hungry locks vying for a spot, Gray needed to show more to guarantee his place. Solid but not sensational, and that’s just not enough at this level.
5. Sam Prendergast: A Tale of Two Halves
Prendergast started well, nailing crucial kicks and showing promise, but his second half was riddled with errors, including a disastrous intercepted pass that gave France a try.
With Finn Russell now firmly in pole position for the Lions fly-half jersey, Prendergast’s hopes of making the squad have been dealt a major blow.
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