So says Rugby Journalist Ruiadhri O Connor.
Ireland's experienced players couldn't perform on the biggest stage at the highest point in their careers and there's a lot of questions to answer as to why that's the case.
Thats the view of rugby journalist for the Irish Independent Ruiadhri O'Connor who has been covering the team in Japan
He says new coach Andy Farrell must use his experience to make some tough decisions on the make up of the squad:
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Dermot Power says every player in his squad is ready to fight for their place.
Four Westmeath Fighters Flying Irish Flag At World Championships
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All Ireland Winner Picks Up Camogie Manager Of The Year Award
Antrim's manager has been named as this year's Camogie manager of the year.
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The Downs helped themselves to five goals over the course of their semi-final against Moate All Whites.
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The defending champions were too strong for Killeshin in Portlaoise on Sunday.
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28 goals were shared between eight clubs over the weekend.
Laois Star Nominated For Player Of The Year
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Laois SFC: Courtwood Seal Final Place
Mark Bates side saw off the challenge of St Joseph's.
Raharney To Face Clonkill In Westmeath Senior Camogie Final
The final will take place in two weeks time.
FAI To Review Video Evidence Of Alleged Racist Chants Towards Adam Idah
Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 last night.
Paul Loonam Wins Irish Super Bantamweight Title
The Offaly boxer secured a 6th round knockout win against Rudy Farrell.
Shelbourne Deny Athlone Town Back To Back Women's FAI Cup's
Shelbourne were 3-0 up at half time.
Club Championship: Final Places Decided Across The Midlands
The semi-finals across all three midlands county's took place over the weekend.
Alex Dunne Boosts F2 Title Hopes With Azerbaijan Feature Race Victory
The Offaly man claimed his first victory of the season.
Anna McGann Named To Start For Ireland Against Japan
Ireland are aiming to bounce back from last weekend.
Ronan Deegan Set To Make Cage Warriors Debut
The Offaly MMA fighter is in action in Dublin this weekend.
Laois SFC: Four Teams Battling To Reach Final
The action gets underway from 2:00pm this Sunday.
Ireland Prepare For Nations League Clash Against Israel Amid Controversy
The two nations meet this Sunday in Hungary.
Westmeath SFC: Four Teams Aiming To Reach Decider
A place in the final is up for grabs this weekend.
Athlone Town Pursuing Back To Back Women's FAI Cup Wins
Lily Agg's side face Shelbourne this Sunday.
