Honour is 'simply the best' for captain

Ulster prop Simon Best has described his appointment as Ireland captain as “a dream come true” ahead of the opening Test against Argentina in Santa Fe.

Ulster prop Simon Best has described his appointment as Ireland captain as “a dream come true” ahead of the opening Test against Argentina in Santa Fe.

The 29-year-old Belfast Harlequins player has been named captain for the tour after consistent performances in Irish squads from under-19 to senior level and he could not hide his emotion at such a milestone.

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