Kearney: Ireland must shut down France Sevens star Virimi Vakatawa

“You know that he’s got real threats from the fact he’s thrived in Sevens.”

Ireland must shut down Sevens star Virimi Vakatawa at source to pull off back-to-back victories in France for the first time in 89 years, according to Dave Kearney.

Wing Kearney could slot into Ireland’s starting line-up in Paris on Saturday if Keith Earls fails to prove his fitness after suffering a suspected concussion against Wales.