Sheahan relishing golden years

MARIO LEDESMA is 35, Raphael Ibanez has also celebrated that landmark.

The Puma and the Frenchman are two of the most respected hookers in the game and remain a major force in the colours of Clermont Auvergne, Munster’s Heineken Cup rivals at Stade Marcel Michelin on Sunday, and London Wasps respectively.

So why should Frankie Sheahan feel his career is nearing an end simply because he has reached the ripe old age of 32? No good reason at all — especially after his superb display for Munster in last month’s staggering performance against the All Blacks.