Bealham can go to 'another level' as Furlong backup

Finlay Bealham at the Ireland Captain's Run at Aviva Stadium. Pic: INPHO/Billy Stickland

Finlay Bealham has been urged to prove his worth as Tadhg Furlong’s replacement in the Ireland front row when New Zealand come to Aviva Stadium on Friday night.

The 33-year-old Connacht tighthead prop is set to earn his 43rd Ireland cap as he bids to beat the All Blacks for the fifth time in his Test career, with first-choice Furlong unavailable due to a hamstring strain.