• Pool B: Ireland 59-16 Tonga
  • Bundee Aki scores two of Ireland’s eight tries

In context of an intensely demanding Pool B, this proved to be almost a perfect night for Ireland in Nantes. An attacking bonus point was secured by half-time, the game all but won. The inspirational and apparently ever-improving fly-half Johnny Sexton crossed for his third try of tournament, overtaking Ronan O’Gara to become his country’s leading points scorer on 1,090. By the end Ireland had scored eight tries, making it 20 for the tournament, their momentum gathering nicely, thank you very much.

Perhaps most importantly, this endlessly impressive Ireland side were subjected to a significant test by Tonga, who were just as physical, hungry and well-drilled as the head coach, Andy Farrell, had predicted.

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