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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The Buccs were aiming to make it back to back wins.
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The Laois side are the only unbeaten team left in the division.
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Milltown Miss Out On Provincial Final Appearance
Tinahely proved too strong for the Westmeath winners.
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Dicksboro were too strong for the Offaly champions.
Portlaoise Panthers Suffer Defeat In Women's Super League
The club have recorded just one win so far this season.
Portarlington Seal Quarter Final Spot In Leinster Championship
The Laois champions were too strong for the challenge of Old Leighlin.
Buccaneers Searching For Back To Back AIL Wins
Navan are the visitors this weekend.
Leinster Final Place On The Line For Birr
The Offaly Champions have a tough challenge this weekend.
Portarlington Begin Leinster Journey Away To Carlow Champions
Old Leighlin are the opposition for the Laois winners.
Provincial Final The Goal For Milltown
Tinahely stand in the way of the Westmeath champions.
Portlaoise Panthers Face Tough Test Away In Limerick
Jack Scully's side have won all of their games so far.
Laois Author Recounts First Meeting With F1 Legend Eddie Jordan
The former F1 team owner died from prostate cancer earlier this year.
