Contrasting out-half styles ‘great for Irish rugby’ says Jones

STEPHEN JONES has waded into Ireland’s great fly-half debate by stating their tactics for the RBS 6 Nations clash with Wales will be dictated by who they select at 10.

Contrasting out-half styles ‘great for Irish rugby’ says Jones

Ronan O’Gara is in pole position to retain the jersey ahead of Jonathan Sexton following his man-of-the-match display in Saturday’s 21-18 victory over Scotland.

O’Gara bristles at the perception he is a kicking outside-half while Sexton is viewed as offering a more accomplished running game.

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