Six Nations 2016: Updated Table, Results and Round 2 Fixtures
Ireland and Wales could not be separated on Sunday, as the teams battled to a 16-16 draw at the Aviva Stadium in the 2016 RBS Six Nations.
The reigning champions and hosts dominated most of the first half, but the Welsh made a dramatic comeback to take a share of the points.
England are in control at the top of the standings after the first round of matches, defeating Scotland 15-9 to win the Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield on Saturday.
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France were also victorious on Saturday in their close battle with Italy at the Stade de France, overcoming their continental rivals 23-21.
Here is a look at the results from Round 1, including latest group placings, and a review of Round 2's fixtures:
| France | 23-21 | Italy |
| Scotland | 9-15 | England |
| Ireland | 16-16 | Wales |
| 1 | England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 2 |
| 2 | France | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| 3 | Ireland | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 1 |
| 4 | Wales | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 16 | 1 |
| 5 | Italy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 23 | 0 |
| 6 | Scotland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 0 |
| Saturday, Feb. 13 | 2:25 p.m. | France vs. Ireland |
| Saturday, Feb. 13 | 4:50 p.m. | Wales vs. Scotland |
| Sunday, Feb. 14 | 2 p.m. | Italy vs. England |
Sunday Recap
Two heavyweight sides battled it out in Dublin on Sunday afternoon, but the powers of Ireland and Wales could not be split on the scoreboard.
Ireland took control of the game in the opening half of rugby, racing to a 13-0 lead as they flexed their championship muscle.
An early penalty gave the hosts a quick advantage in the opening minutes as the official punished Wales, and Johnny Sexton made no mistake from the resulting kick.
Wales put their foot down on the gas, as they desired to strike back with vengeance, but Ireland always looked dangerous on the counter.
The Irish earned a penalty as they invaded Wales' try line, and Sexton needed no additional invitation to make it 6-0.
Ireland remained in control of territory despite the Welsh team's best efforts and were soon over the try line after a Conor Murray drive.
ITV Rugby shared Murray's pivotal moment:
A Rhys Priestland penalty narrowed the gap for Wales before half-time, and the score clearly motivated the visitors to push forward before the break.
They were rewarded for their efforts as Taulupe Faletau scored a converted try, as Ireland's advantage evaporated.
Rugby journalist Simon Thomas was impressed by Wales' Rob Evans at the end of the first half:
Wales edged ahead 16-13 in the 72nd minute of play after a punishing contest. Priestland was once again the hero as he made sure his penalty hit the correct mark.
In a frantic finale to the game, Sexton's third penalty of the match levelled the scores, and Priestland's last-gasp drop-goal attempt sailed wide and off target.
The 16-16 draw is not a disaster for either side, but Ireland could find it difficult to retain their crown if they fail to win in the second round of games.
Wales always have the ability to travel and beat any side in the Six Nations, and they will be disappointed to have not stolen the win at the death from an achievable kick.
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