Front Five - 13.06.21

Start your day with five eye-catching egg-chasing quotes & links from around the ruggersphere.

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Ireland v USA writeup

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England are chasing a Grand Slam...leaving Ireland – should they get the better of France – to finish second.

Murphy’s U-20s to give France ‘a real lash’ in last shot at title

Alex Bywater - Irish Independent

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...tests against Japan and Argentina were also confirmed for their November schedule

Ireland confirm four tests against All Blacks

Duncan Johnstone - Stuff.co.nz

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"As we move towards the business end of the Tour, it’s pleasing to see so many players putting in some stand-out performances."

Conor Murray captains Lions for first time against South Africa ‘A’

Gerry Thornley - Irish Times

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With Nienaber still self-isolating, South Africa's director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has been put in charge of training.

De Klerk, Kolbe named in strong South Africa 'A' team

RTÉ Rugby

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"He's made a remarkable recovery."

Lions surely didn't appreciate Springboks announcing Alun Wyn Jones' dramatic return

Patrick McCarry - SportsJoe.ie

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