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Brian O'Driscoll Has Pinpointed 3 Key Challenges For Ireland Against France

Mikey Traynor
By Mikey Traynor
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Brian O'Driscoll has taken to professional analysis like a duck to water in what has perhaps been the most predictable case of a former player offering some seriously enjoyable insights as a pundit.

From his BT Sport analysis using real-life props, to his ITV pitch-side points during the Rugby World Cup, we just can't seem to get enough of BOD.

Thankfully, he's also got his own website where he updates us with little nuggets of knowledge such as today's offering, the 3 key challenges for Ireland against France, which are as follows:

1) The powerhouse that is Mathieu Bastareaud

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Dicko reckons the massive centre has lost half a stone, and that all of his power will be focused on Jonny Sexton, for which he thinks Robbie Henshaw will need to be a big help.

2) The rejuvenation of Freddie Michalak

"Like a phoenix rising from the flames" is how the great man has described Michalak in this World Cup, and he suggests that if we see the French #10 subbed off before the hour mark, then we are in complete control.

3) France's kicking game

O'Driscoll points to the inclusion of Scott Spedding at full-back as an indication as to how France will play. Spedding has a massive boot on him, and we'll have to kick the ball well if we are to win on Sunday.

Read the full article over on brianodriscoll.com

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