Andy Farrell chats about the Eddie Jones Mind Games

Ireland boss Andy Farrell has responded to questions pertaining to the comments/mind games played by Eddie Jones. 

Ireland and England will face off at Twickenham this weekend in their Round 4 Six Nations clash and Jones spent most of the week piling the praise on the next opponents of the English before adding that his charges would “rip into” the Irish and chase them all over the paddock. 

Farrell has, however, remained measured through all of the words. 

"Eddie has said plenty of times in the past that praise makes you weak," he said. 

"We make sure that we take care of our own house and prepare properly and be ready to perform." 

Farrell is very well-acquainted with Jones, having played under him and also coached with him. 

When asked what he thought Jones’ goal was with his comments, the 46 year-old Farrell said: 

“I don’t know what it is. I don’t know what it is and I don’t care, to be fair.  

“I love Eddie’s comments," Farrell continued, smiling. "I love reading them. 

"I think it’s great for the game. I love his character and charisma, I’ve learned a lot off him. 

"I’ve worked under him. I’ve been a captain of a side for him. I’ve been in his company. 

"But in answer to your question, I don’t see the need. I don’t get it sometimes, but I like reading it. 

"I think it’s intriguing."