THERE WE HAVE it then. Ireland’s Rugby World Cup squad has been signed, sealed and submitted to World Rugby.
It can’t be overstated how much inclusion means to a professional. It is the pinnacle of their sport, an event that comes but once ever four years and it brings promises of fame, fortune – but more importantly – photos.
Some tried to hide their satisfaction at being included. Some rocked a just-out-of-bed look while others were more on the just-out-of-the-sunbed-and-salon vibe.
But Darren Cave stole the show for us.
The Ulster centre was a surprise inclusion in Joe Schmidt’s squad an looks every inch of it standing in front of the camera with a smile brighter than Billy Stickland’s flash.
Enjoy it, DC.