“We believe it’s the right time for the team and for Blair,” said the coach. We are obviously well aware that we have someone with real experience on the bench who can add to or change our game if called upon. “He started for us this season against Tonga, played really well, and he’s built on that performance. “Every game is different, but Ireland will pose similar threats in the areas that they’ve always been strong – in contact, the ability to go through phases, their set-piece, their kicking game and through the individuals they have in the team. Replacements: F Brown, A Dell, W Nel, S Skinner, J Bayliss, B White, F Russell, M Bennett.

Source: The Herald March 18, 2022 04:19 UTC