Driven by need to secure World Cup future

GEORGIA captain Ilia Zedginidze has warned Ireland his side enter today’s Bordeaux showdown driven by the need to preserve their World Cup future.

Zedginidze has urged organisers not be persuaded by calls to reduce the number of teams competing at the tournament in a bid to make it more competitive.

The “Lelos” would be among the emerging nations struggling to qualify for a reduced 16-team competition if the International Rugby Board do decide to alter the format.