Hooker Dan Sheehan scored two tries to help steer Ireland to a 29-16 victory over England on Saturday for their fourth Five/Six Nations Grand Slam.
Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton became the Six Nations all-time record points scorer after landing a penalty, also going on to convert Sheehan’s double and another try by Robbie Henshaw.
Ireland went into the game knowing a victory or draw would be enough to seal the title, but were made to work by England, who had full-back Freddie Steward sent off on the stroke of half-time.
Owen Farrell kicked three first-half penalties and also converted Jamie George’s late try as Sexton limped off late on to a standing ovation, replacement Irish hooker Rob Herring crossing for a fourth try to guarantee a bonus-point victory.
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