Three possible Lions call-ups who impressed for their countries this weekend

Rugby News
Sunday, 11 July 2021 at 11:26
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Lions head coach Warren Gatland has already called up England's Marcus Smith and Ireland's Ronan Kelleher after they impressed for their respective countries this weekend.
Below we look at three other players who put in standout displays this weekend.

#1. Adam Radwan (England)

What Eddie Jones described as an extraordinary try for Newcastle last month tempted him into taking a punt on the unheralded 23-year-old and impressive training runs left the coach enthusing “he is quick, lightning-quick”.
Wing Radwan showed his electric pace to make a big impression on his debut, becoming the first England player to score a hat-trick on his debut since a certain Jeremy Guscott. Radwan took a high ball on the halfway line and accelerated away to bring up his hat-trick in sensational fashion.

#2. Ellis Genge (England)

On the scoresheet just six minutes into the second half against Canda, he exited on 57 minutes for Beno Obano with 65 metres for eleven carries (according to the RFU stats) and knowing he is very much a Rhino that has lost his Baby tag. An incredible performance.

#3. Craig Casey (Ireland)

His kicking was first class and well judged for Ireland against the USA, his speed to the breakdown and in getting the ball away impressive and matching his general decision-making in a high-quality display. He injected tempo into Ireland’s patterns. With Gareth Davies form being very poor, Gatland could do far worse than calling up the 22-year-old.

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