Six Nations: Simon Easterby explains No 10 call but says Ireland selection remains open
Prendergast gets nod over Crowley once again for Six Nations clash with Scotland
Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby during a media conference at the Radisson Hotel at Dublin Airport. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
Simon Easterby has explained his decision to stick with Sam Prendergast at out-half for Sunday’s Six Nations clash against Scotland, admitting that Jack Crowley can feel disappointed with what he described a “tough” call.
The Munster out-half impressed off the bench in Ireland’s 27-22 win over England last Saturday and there have been calls for his promotion to the starting XV in the media, but he must make do with a place on the bench once again as Easterby opts for continuity for the trip to Murrayfield.
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