Here, the PA news agency takes a closer look at Ireland’s campaign. ResultsA statement win over South Africa was arguably the high point of Ireland’s campaign (Bradley Collyer/PA)Ireland’s campaign was launched with routine wins from their more straightforward fixtures. Star performersBundee Aki scored five tries in France (Adam Davy/PA)Colossal centre Bundee Aki was in the form of his life. The outstanding 33-year-old played every minute, scoring five tries in as many appearances, including one against his native New Zealand. Veteran fly-half Sexton was in record-breaking form, surpassing Ronan O’Gara as Ireland’s leading points scorer, before his stellar career ended in heartbreaking fashion.

Source: The Herald October 27, 2023 13:36 UTC