Andrew Porter says veteran mentor Cian Healy remains a ‘huge asset’ for IrelandBy Ed Elliot, PA, DublinIreland prop Andrew Porter believes veteran mentor Cian Healy remains a “huge asset” at international level following his record-equalling outing against Argentina. Healy moved alongside Brian O’Driscoll as his country’s joint most-capped player after replacing fellow Leinster loosehead Porter for the final 13 minutes of Friday evening’s nervy 22-19 win in Dublin. “When I first came in, Churchy was the best – still is, I’d argue – loosehead in the world,” said Porter. “He’s a huge asset to both Leinster and Ireland and he’ll continue to be, it’s not his last game. “Being in Leinster with Tom, I’ve been able to see his progression in training and in games as well,” said Porter.

Source: Irish Independent November 16, 2024 22:31 UTC