Will Connors feels better for his Saracens teachings by Farrell

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Ireland flanker Will Connors

CARDIFF, WALES - FEBRUARY 07: Will Connors of Ireland looks on during the Guinness Six Nations match between Wales and Ireland at Principality Stadium on February 07, 2021 in Cardiff, Wales.Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

ONE OF the accusations thrown at Andy Farrell in his bumpy start in charge of Ireland has been an over-reliance on veterans and a reluctance to throw caution to the wind.
But one experiment which has worked has been the arrival of Will Connors on the international scene.
The 24-year old flanker knows all about bumpy journeys in a career hampered by injury and an over-crowded back row roster in Leinster, but he has thrived after being given the opportunity and Farrell will hope the poaching and chop tackle technique which Connors has perfected will be a key factor at Murrayfield today.
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