Tougher tests await the world’s top-ranked nation as next weekend’s clash against Tonga in Nantes is followed by pivotal Paris appointments with South Africa and Scotland. Our leading points scorer in Rugby World Cup history! “I think it’s great that he got that many minutes,” said Easterby. “But certainly if Johnny is fit and available then it’s great for us and it means that he can keep on playing.”Ireland fielded 10 World Cup newcomers against Romania, with rookie lock Joe McCarthy claiming one of their 12 tries. “From that perspective, it’s more about us going week to week and having the right blend, the right dynamic in the side.

Source: The Herald September 11, 2023 06:10 UTC