Iain Henderson backs Jacob Stockdale to fight for World Cup spot
Iain Henderson has backed Ireland and Ulster team-mate Jacob Stockdale to return to his devastating best as he bids to force his way into Andy Farrell's World Cup squad.
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Farrell believes strength in depth will be key to Ireland's World Cup hopes
Andy Farrell insists squad depth will be key to Ireland achieving their dream of World Cup glory after handing opportunities to a number of fringe players for Saturday’s warm-up clash with Italy.
Ireland mix and match for Italy World Cup warm-up
DUBLIN : Ireland coach Andy Farrell handed a number of fringe players the chance to stake a claim for a World Cup place in Saturday's warm-up against Italy while also including some Grand Slam winners to try to extend a 10-game winning streak.
Crowley starts v Italy with three potential debuts off the bench
Jack Crowley will get a first opportunity of the summer to stake his claim at out-half for Ireland, with the Munster man starting at 10 in Saturday's opening Rugby World Cup warm-up against Italy at the Aviva Stadium.
'It was absolutely barbaric' - Scars of 2019 motivating Ireland's RWC warm-up campaign
While we haven't seen Ireland kick a ball in their Rugby World Cup preparations, it's becoming pretty clear that their summer camp has been a break from the past.
Prendergast 'inspired' by younger brother Sam as he targets RWC place
As one of the young pups in the Ireland squad, Cian Prendergast doesn't have to go far to find inspiration.
Iain Henderson pleased with Ireland's 'more progressive' training camp
All going to plan, the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France will represent a third World Cup for Iain Henderson.
'Cohesion' key for Under-20s against experienced France, says Iain Henderson
Iain Henderson reckons the unity of the Ireland squad can nullify much of the France threat when the sides meet in the World Rugby U20 Championship final tomorrow.