There were concerns over Johnny Sexton’s ability to handle the rigours of a World Cup after six months out, but the Ireland fly-half has allayed those concerns.
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster appeared to criticise the style of rugby in the Ireland v South Africa clash, which has led to Rassie Erasmus firing back.
Ireland great Rob Kearney insists that there is a specific issue with the All Blacks’ game, despite their impressive Rugby World Cup victory over Italy.