The common perception is that this could, should, be the start of an extended service in green. There will be times when Doris might be a half-step behind the pace or a mite too eager. Nobody is perfect, or a James Ryan, so the step up to test rugby is all about how quickly a man can adapt. You have seen in his performances this year [for Leinster], that he has been outstanding in some big games. Every team has to be adaptable, particularly in the back row, but it doesn’t change things much.”Try telling that to Doris today.

Source: Irish Examiner February 01, 2020 06:00 UTC