France and Ireland exchange 'world-class' tries in four minutes of madness

Saturday, 11 February 2023 at 14:48

byRugby Rucker

Ireland winger James Lowe pulled off one of the greatest finishers in rugby history as he defied the odds to score against France.

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Sonja McLaughlan wrote: "Simply sensational from Lowe. The athleticism to touch that down in the corner. Superman and gymnast rolled into one."

Tommy Bowe commented: "3 incredible finishes! Outrageous opening 20mins, what a spectacle"

David Flaman wrote: "Then Lowe does that… how great to see the two best teams in the world slogging it out. Defence wins championships etc, but these two sides want to attack."

James Lowe try:

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Is this a try?.....Yes it is! @WayneBarnesRef takes his time with the TMO... But what a finish from James Lowe! What a game so far! #GuinnessSixNations | #ITVRugby

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Damien penaud try:

Just prior to this, France's Damien Penaud also scored a contender for try of the tournament

Former England captain Lewis Moody wrote on Twitter: Holly shit!! That is a remarkable try from @FranceRugby creativity, support, work rate and running lines. WOW

Flaman said: "That Penaud try. Just magic. Watching that felt exactly like it felt to watch France as a kid. Wonderful."

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HOW SPECIAL IS THIS?! 😍 It's only round 2, and we have another try of the tournament contender! Les Blues well and truly underway here! 🇫🇷 #GuinnessSixNations| #ITVRugby