All eyes will be on the changes to Andy Farrell’s team but a more cohesive performance is top of the checklist.
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Cormac Izuchukwu has been banging on the door a little longer and finally he’s forced it open. Now in his fifth full season as a senior player the Offaly native gets a chance to showcase his talents on the international stage. Then there’s Sam, who you’ve probably read and heard enough about this week. With the talking over, Prendergast will be delighted to finally get out there and run things from the start. That he might get to share the pitch with his older brother, Cian, adds another level of emotion to what will be a special day.
Jacob Stockdale has played his way back into the picture with Ireland. Billy Stickland / INPHO Billy Stickland / INPHO / INPHO “I think it’s more the discipline. We have five consecutive penalties against New Zealand in the second half and that gave them a tonne of momentum and possession, field position. Then against Argentina between the 35th and 65th minutes we gave away a number of penalties as well, they had nine lineouts, we didn’t have any.
Out-half Caleb Muntz is a well-rounded 10 who was outstanding in leading Fiji to a famous win in Wales earlier this month. Jiuta Wainiqolo in an electric winger, powerful centre Josua Tuisova will have Prendergast in his sights throughout and in the pack, co-captain Tevita Ikanivere is an increasingly influential figure.
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