Ireland assistant coach Paul O'Connell expressed satisfaction after seeing his team's preparations translate into a dominant 42-21 victory over England at Twickenham. The Irish side, which had suffered a humbling opening weekend defeat by France, bounced back with a five-try performance that showcased their attacking plans coming to fruition.

The win propelled Ireland into Six Nations title contention following their home victory over Italy. O'Connell noted the satisfaction of seeing training-ground strategies work in a match setting, particularly praising the players' hunger and work ethic until the final whistle.

With two fixtures remaining - against Wales and Scotland - O'Connell emphasized the team's focus on continuous improvement rather than discussing championship aspirations. The return of centre Bundee Aki from suspension before the England match provided a boost to Ireland's leadership and depth as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures.