The surnames Kearney, Wallace, Easterby and Best predate Sam and Cian Prendergast as members of Ireland’s ever-expanding band of brothers, which stretches right back into the 19th century. But the early lunchtime start for last weekend’s Japan game conspired to make it a different kind of day for Leinster outhalf Sam and Connacht flanker Cian. “If either of us are getting bogged down by the rotation over the last year, it’s selfish,” says Prendergast. We both get along and we share the same ambitions, so it’s not that hard to get on.”Sam Prendergast in action against Japan. “I think [Farrell] just wants to see me playing with a bit of confidence and going and taking things on,” says Prendergast.

Source: The Irish Times November 13, 2025 07:31 UTC