Jamie Heaslip expects special attention as Shane Jennings comes calling

When the Barbarians come to town, there is no promised script. That is what makes this invitational team so attractive in the rugby world.

So, tonight at Thomond Park, expect the unexpected, although Ireland’s captain Jamie Heaslip is ready and waiting to believe everything will be directed in his direction.

The reason? The Barbarians will be captained by Heaslip’s former Leinster and Ireland colleague Shane Jennings. “A right pain in the ass,” suggested Heaslip at yesterday’s pre-match press conference.