Sean Jansen says playing against birth nation New Zealand 'would be a dream'

Ireland's Sean Jansen with his first cap after making his debut for Ireland. Pic: Ben Brady/Inpho

A tick over four years ago Sean Jansen left New Zealand rugby after failing to make a Super Rugby side. Now, the 27-year-old is knocking on the door to take on the All Blacks on Saturday at Eden Park.

Indeed, Jansen has rocketed into contention to face his countrymen after delivering an eye-catching debut for Ireland last weekend in their 36-20 win over Japan in Newcastle.