Summary

  • Twins Louis and Innes Senior scored three of Ireland's 10 tries

  • Ireland bagged four first-half tries in Group C match at Headingley

  • Wolfhounds ran in six tries in second half as World Cup debutants Jamaica tired

  • Italy beat Scotland 28-4 in Group B earlier on Sunday

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  1. Goodbyepublished at 19:20 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    Right time for me to head off. You can read the report on Ireland's comprehensive win over World Cup newcomers Jamaica here.

    In the meantime I'd suggest popping on the kettle and grabbing a brew before this evening's game gets started. Feel free to have another look at this superb Ireland try as well.

    See you all soon.

    Media caption,

    'Try of the night' - King adds another try for Ireland

  2. Cheika's balancing actpublished at 19:18 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    New Zealand v Lebanon (19:30 BST)

    Talking of New Zealand v Lebanon, this piece is well worth a read about how Michael Cheika is balancing his role as Lebanon head coach with leading Argentina in rugby union.

    Cheika can call upon captain Mitchell Moses who made the NRL Grand Final with the Paramatta Eels this evening. And he has a few other big NRL names to bolster his side.

  3. 'This is just the start'published at 19:17 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Jamaica's Michael Lawrence on BBC Two: "I was disappointed with the way we dropped off a little bit. But it's a proud day for the team and nation. This was a starting point.

    "We need to work on defence. That was a big area for me. We have to improve defensively.

    "We've got to come out again and stick together. We have a great team spirit.

    "This is massive, the way we perform. It's encouraging kids to pick up a rugby ball. We want to perform well but this is just the start. We want to keep coming back to the World Cup."

  4. Postpublished at 19:15 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    New Zealand v Lebanon (19:30 BST)

    BBC Red Button

    Now then just a reminder that you can see New Zealand being their World Cup campaign against Lebanon shortly.

    Just hit the red button on your TV remote or stick with us on BBC Sport Online.

  5. Postpublished at 19:13 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Jamie Jones-Buchanan
    Former England and Leeds second-rower on BBC Two

    The game is almost not important sometimes. You think why we love rugby league, it's the stories and families. It's why we love the World Cup.

  6. Postpublished at 19:09 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Kyle Amor
    Former Ireland and St Helens prop on BBC Two

    That game now between Ireland and Lebanon is massive.

  7. 'A proud day'published at 19:08 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    KeyesImage source, Getty Images

    Ireland's Joe Keyes on BBC Two: "It was a really proud day for me and my family to play my first game in the World Cup.

    "I'm learning loads and trying to find my place in the team. It's about building relationships.

    "Everyone is aiming for the quarter-finals. Getting out of the group is massive, we didn't get their last time. We're looking to build on that.

    "We focus on Lebanon, we're not looking beyond that too far.

    "Hopefully we can do the same next week and keep rolling."

  8. '100% we can get to the quarters'published at 19:06 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Ged CorcoranImage source, Getty Images

    Ireland head coach Ged Corcoran on BBC Two: "First game, new group, I'm really pleased with where we are and what we've delivered.

    "The only thing missing was the 14 points we missed on goal kicks, but I can't ask for much more really.

    "Jamaica made it hard but nothing that we weren't expecting.

    "Luke Keary is a great bloke on and off the field. Our spine complements each other really well.

    "We never worry about the scoreboard. It's about building pressure points, that helps us score

    "I think 100% we can go far. I believe in the players and staff and think we can go to the quarters."

  9. 'Jamaica will take a lot from the game'published at 19:02 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Ellery Hanley
    Former Great Britain captain on BBC Two

    The scoreline tells you everything. Ireland were the much more dominant side. Jamaica will take a lot from the game.

    There are two things they need to work on and not worry about the score. Line speed and controlling the ruck area are the two things that they need to work on and improve in defence. You have to make tackles and they have to stick.

    The effort in defence scrambling back was marvellous though and you have to admire them for that.

  10. 'It's been a special night'published at 19:01 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Ireland stand-off and man of the match Luke Keary on BBC Two: "It was awesome just to put the jersey on. It's been a special night, the boys performed well that was a little bit of rust but it was exciting just to share the field with Jamaica. Their first game in the tournament. They'll have a big future.

    "Hopefully we can get somewhere. It's a step up against Lebanon next week. We're a close group, we're going to give it our best this tournament.

    "Next week will be a big test for us."

  11. Watch: King scores superb try for Irelandpublished at 18:58 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    There are a fair few tries to look through from this game. Well actually 10 in total but this one from Toby King has to be the pick of the bunch.

    Media caption,

    'Try of the night' - King adds another try for Ireland

  12. Postpublished at 18:53 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    FT: Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Dave Woods
    BBC Rugby League correspondent

    Emphatic from Ireland. They've laid down a marker, they're not just here for the ride.

  13. Full timepublished at 18:52 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Not quite how Jamaica would've wanted their World Cup bow to end but Ireland looked very good didn't they?

  14. Postpublished at 18:50 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Dave Woods
    BBC Rugby League correspondent

    The scoreline gets longer and longer. Ireland are filling their boots.

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    TRY - Jamaica 2-48 Irelandpublished at 80 mins

    Frankie Halton

    Course there is. Frankie Halton sneaks over for a final Ireland try.

  16. Postpublished at 79 mins

    Jamaica 2-44 Ireland

    Now is there time for any more points?

  17. Postpublished at 80 mins

    Jamaica 2-48 Ireland

    Joe Keyes with the conversion attempt but the flags stay down.

  18. Postpublished at 18:47 British Summer Time 16 October 2022

    Jamaica 2-42 Ireland

    Kevin Brown
    Former England international half-back on BBC Two

    He's got too much pace and too much strength. Bentley deserved that. He's had a very good game.

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    TRY - Jamaica 2-42 Irelandpublished at 77 mins

    James Bentley

    Leeds Rhinos' Super League Grand finalist James Bentley scores on his home ground.

  20. Postpublished at 73 mins

    Jamaica 2-38 Ireland

    Joe Keyes can't knock the conversion over.