Priestland and Roberts fit to face Irish centres

Rhys Priestland and Jamie Roberts started Wales’ RBS 6 Nations clash with Ireland at Aviva Stadium despite concerns over their fitness.

Priestland and Roberts fit to face Irish centres
Sun, 05 Feb, 2012 - 14:29

Rhys Priestland and Jamie Roberts started Wales’ RBS 6 Nations clash with Ireland at Aviva Stadium despite concerns over their fitness.

Priestland and Roberts, two stars of the World Cup, were troubled by knee problems but were given the green light to play on Friday.

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