Ruddock: We have put it up to two of the best teams

Although the Ireland Under-20s have failed to register a point in Pool C of the IRB Junior World Championship, head coach Mike Ruddock has been pleased with their performances so far.

The Ireland youngsters can certainly take some credit out of the 33-25 defeat to Six Nations champions England and last night's 42-26 loss to a powerful South Africa team, especially as both sides are on course to reach the semi-finals.