Ireland power past Fiji to set up clash with old foes England

Ireland 38 Fiji 0

Ireland power past Fiji to set up clash with old foes  England

In the process, they topped their group and set up a seasonal rematch with reigning champions England. New Zealand take on South Africa in the second semi-final.

Five tries, including a remarkable hat-trick of penalty tries, gave Mike Ruddock’s youngsters a chance to avenge a 30-9 Six Nations defeat earlier this season by the English and a chance of tournament glory.

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