Elsom: we’re up against best Irish side ever

IT IS usually wise to downplay the opposition before a huge Test match, but Australia captain Rocky Elsom has a simple message for his side ahead of their visit to Croke Park next Sunday: this is the best team in Ireland’s history.

Elsom: we’re up against best Irish side ever

And if anyone in the Wallabies’ squad should know what they’re talking about, then it’s Elsom.

The flanker returned to his native land this summer after a hugely successful season in Dublin with Leinster, who he inspired to Heineken Cup glory with a series of absolutely outstanding performances.

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