Cian Prendergast named at no.8 for Ireland in strong side against England
Connacht's Cian Prendergast has been named to start at No.8 against England as many of the Grand Slam winning side return for Saturday's clash at the Aviva Stadium.
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Connacht's Cian Prendergast has been named to start at No.8 against England as many of the Grand Slam winning side return for Saturday's clash at the Aviva Stadium.
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Andy Farrell believes there is more to come from his side, after they completed a dominant Six Nations Grand Slam title on Saturday.
Johnny Sexton said it was a "dream come true" to win a home Grand Slam on his final Six Nations appearance but stressed Ireland need to keep building as attention turns towards the Rugby World Cup.