Edwards: Win would be special

Wales coach Shaun Edwards admits winning the Triple Crown against Eddie O'Sullivan's Ireland in Dublin would be particularly sweet for his boss Warren Gatland.

Gatland was axed as Ireland coach in controversial circumstances seven years ago and replaced by O'Sullivan, the man he originally appointed as his assistant.

"Clearly it will be special to win because we are in a prime position for the championship," said Edwards. "Our main goal is not just to win on Saturday, but to win the title - that is the most important thing. On top of all that, the fact it is in Ireland would make it special."

From a personal point of view, Edwards is thankful the Irish Rugby Union did ditch Gatland in 2001 - otherwise they would never have linked up at Wasps.

They built a close friendship during those years of unprecedented success at the club, and when Gatland was recruited by the Welsh Rugby Union his first act was to snap up Edwards on a part-time coaching deal.

"Ireland's loss was Warren's gain and my gain as a coach," added Edwards.

"He made me a better coach and Wasps a better club."