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Farrell denies Sexton presence inhibits successors
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Friday, 22 November 2024 01:35
Ireland coach Andy Farrell has rejected suggestions that Johnny Sexton's consultancy role with the squad is putting pressure on those battling to establish themselves as his successor at fly-half.Sexton's 14-year international career ended after last year's World Cup and Jack Crowley, Ciaran Frawley and newcomer Sam Prendergast are all attempting to claim the number 10 jersey. The 118-times capped Sexton's…
Aki had to take Argentina omission 'on the chin'
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 23:18
Ireland centre Bundee Aki admitted his performance against New Zealand "just wasn't good enough" after he was dropped from the matchday squad to face Argentina last week.Robbie Henshaw for Aki was the only change made to the starting side for the 22-19 win over the Pumas, but the Connacht man is restored to the number 12 jersey for Saturday's hosting…
Scotland A v Chile streamed live on BBC on Saturday
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 12:14
Scotland A's first game at home for 10 years will be streamed live on the BBC Sport website, app and iPlayer on Saturday.The A side - returning as part of Scottish Rugby's new performance pathway plans - take on Chile at Hive Stadium in Edinburgh, with a 18:00 GMT kick-off.Scotland A's last game was also against Chile, a 45-5 victory…
We must beat Australia to be taken seriously - Jones
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 00:46
Autumn Test: Scotland v AustraliaVenue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield Date: Sunday, 24 November Kick-off: 13:40 GMTCoverage: Listen on BBC Radio Scotland and follow live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and appHuw Jones says Scotland must beat Australia on Sunday if their Autumn Nations Series is to be deemed a success.The Scots beat Fiji and Portugal either side of a…
Farrell 'confident' Prendergast can shine on first start
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 09:24
Farrell has made seven changes for the Fiji game with Ulster back row Cormac Izuchukwu and Leinster hooker Gus McCarthy handed their debuts. "Izzy has been in and around the squad for a while. The first Emerging Ireland tour was when we first came across his ability, his athleticism, his point of difference," observed Farrell. "That was a couple of…
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