Murphy: Summer series a huge learning curve for Ireland under 20s

'It’s a big learning curve for us, we’ve got a new group together, quite a few young lads have come in since the Six Nations,' head coach Richie Murphy said.

LOTS OF LEARNINGS: Ireland head coach Richie Murphy and his management team. ©INPHO/James Crombie

Ireland head coach Richie Murphy bemoaned his team’s carelessness in possession after their 33-24 defeat to South Africa in the Under-20 Six Nations Summer Series.

The game was all-but over by half-time, with South Africa holding a 26-3 lead which reflected their dominance, particularly among the forwards.