50 not out: praise for Bundee Aki as he hits milestone in Saint-Denis epic

The in-form Connacht man led the way for Andy Farrell's side once again.

FAMILY TIES: Ireland’s Bundee Aki celebrates winning with his wife Kayla and children Ailbhe and Andronikas. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

There was no leading the team out for Bundee Aki to mark his 50th Ireland cap at Stade de France but the centre more than made an impression in the World Cup pool victory over South Africa.

Aki’s form has been red-hot in France, with four tries in Ireland’s first two games, big wins over Romania and Tonga, and another powerhouse display in Saturday night’s 13-8 victory over the Springboks.