INTERIM boss Simon Easterby expects Dublin to be “bouncing” for Ireland’s Six Nations curtain-raiser against England.

A capacity crowd of just under 52,000 awaits Steve Borthwick side at Lansdowne Road as the hosts begin their pursuit of a third-consecutive title.

While Ireland have an enviable home record since permanent head coach Andy Farrell succeeded Joe Schmidt after the 2019 World Cup, winning 28 of 30 fixtures, recent matches at Lansdowne Road have often taken place in subdued atmospheres.