Ireland U20s are in the midst of their final group stage game at the World Rugby U20 Championship, in what is an incredibly emotional encounter for the side against Fiji.
Irish rugby was stunned by the passing of Munster Rugby Elite Performance Officer Greig Oliver, who died in an accident in South Africa, where he was with family supporting his son Jack who is part of the U20s squad.
All of today's U20s games at the tournament will be preceded by a moment of silence, while Fiji also offered a classy touch of respect, with captain Motikiai Murray presenting Ireland captain Diarmuid with a Fiji jersey ahead of kick-off.
Fiji Pay Their Respects To Ireland U20s And Greig Oliver
A really classy touch from Fiji as they pay their respects to Ireland and the late Greig Oliver.pic.twitter.com/9zpyUSYbeU
— Balls.ie (@ballsdotie) July 4, 2023
Brian Gleeson picks up where he left off against Australia with an early try.
Ireland have since got a 2nd try through Danny Sheahan, but Fiji have hit back themselves.
Ireland lead 12-7.@PwCIreland #futureisgreenpic.twitter.com/IAAzk20UiJ
— Balls.ie (@ballsdotie) July 4, 2023
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Ireland are also wearing black armbands which was initially out of respect for the tragic deaths of two St. Michael's College students in Greece during the week, but will also come as a tribute to Greig Oliver, who was an assistant coach with the Ireland U20s from 2011-2014.
Number eight Brian Gleeson scored the first try of today's game and was seen kissing the wrapping on his wrist and pointing to the sky.
It followed a rousing rendition of Ireland's Call prior to kick-off, from what is a clearly very tight-knit squad, for the very popular and much loved Greig Oliver.
A moment silence is observed ahead of kick in memory of Greig Oliver.
It's followed by a rousing rendition of Ireland's Call from this young Ireland squad who have experienced such tragedy over the last few days.#WorldRugbyU20s pic.twitter.com/29pq1T7mrC
— Virgin Media Sport (@VMSportIE) July 4, 2023
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