Death of young star shocks rugby world

Ireland's first triple crown in 19 years has been marred by the death of a promising Under-19 international player.

Ireland's first triple crown in 19 years has been marred by the death of a promising Under-19 international player.

John McCall, aged 18, from Armagh collapsed while playing in an international Under-19 match in South Africa against New Zealand.

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