South Africa trip brings back happy memories for Scannell

Munster hooker Niall Scannell has happy memories of his only other trip to South Africa when he captained Ireland to a stunning victory over the Baby Boks in the opening match of the 2012 Junior World Cup.

Scannell led a team which included JJ Hanrahan, Chris Farrell, Tadhg Furlong, Iain Henderson, and Tadhg Beirne to a 23-19 victory over the hosts in Stellenbosch.

“2012 was the last time I was out here. We beat the hosts South Africa but then lost to England. It was my first proper tour for rugby and I really enjoyed it.