Adam McBurney scored one of Ireland's tries in the surprise win over New Zealand in the World Under-20 Championship in Manchester
Ireland stunned holders New Zealand at the World Under-20 Championship in Manchester to put themselves in line for a semi-final spot.
Greg Jones, Adam McBurney and Max Deegan scored Irish tries as they fought back from 14-6 down to clinch a nine-point win.
Victory over Georgia on Wednesday will see Ireland reaching the semi-finals.
The Irish success was their first ever win over New Zealand at an age-group world championship.
Ireland defeated this season's Grand Slam winners Wales 26-25 in their opening game on Tuesday.
The Irish will be fancied to account for a Georgia side already hammered 55-0 by New Zealand in the tournament.
- Published7 June 2016
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