Cronin targets World Cup after dream start

James Cronin admitted it was a dream come true to make his Irish debut against the Pumas on Saturday.

The 23-year old had never played for Ireland at any level but the Cork man was one of six to make his international bow on this tour to Argentina. The prop, who came through from junior rugby with Ballincollig RFC to Highfield and then to Dolphin before his performances in the All-Ireland League saw him drafted into the Munster academy, came on in the final quarter against the Pumas.

“To get two wins is massive for the squad, for me to get my first cap is a dream come true.