Six Nations for Under-20s 2022: Ireland defeats England to chase Grand Slam

Ireland's Jack Boyle is chased by England's Emeka Ilione
For the Grand Slam to be complete, Ireland must beat Scotland in the final weekend
England: (17) 27
Tries: Hendy, Ilione, Cleaves, Bailey; Pen: Benson; Cons: Benson 2
Ireland: (17) 42
Tries:Devine; McLoughlin; McGuire; King 2 Pens:Tector 3 Cons:Tector 4
Coverage:Rewatch the match in full on the BBC Sport website.

After a dominating second-half performance that saw them defeat England by 42 to 27, Ireland are still on track to win the Under-20 Six Nations Grand Slam.

George Hendy’s first try gave the hosts an early advantage, but Ireland won through Matthew Devine (and Lorcan McLoughlin) to win.

England fly-half Jamie Benson converted Emeka Illione’s score to level it at 17-17 before the half-time break.

Ireland took control of the situation and pulled out after two Aitzol King attempts.

Prop Rory McGuire also crossed the line, and England’s Deago Baily scored late to score a bonus point.

Ireland will host Scotland on the 20th March while England will travel to France.

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