Ireland's Chris Farrell is tackled by Owen Watkin, left, Jonathan Davies, centre, and Leigh Halfpenny of Wales during the Autumn Nations Cup match between Ireland and Wales at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Having ticked that particular box, the powerful Munster centre is now eyeing a first crack off England. Throughout his 11 international caps, Farrell has never played against England, but an adductor injury to Robbie Henshaw has firmly opened the door. "Yeah definitely, everyone wants a crack off the next team whether it be England or Georgia or whoever is to come after that," Farrell said following Ireland's 32-9 win over Wales. Read MoreFarrell and Aki would form a fresh dynamic to Ireland's midfield, which may well be needed against the physical prowess of England.

Source: Irish Independent November 16, 2020 10:41 UTC