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Rassie Erasmus’ side begin Champions Cup quest with considerable challenge of Racing
Manuel Carizza
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Rassie Erasmus’s side need to offer more variety than they displayed against Leinster
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Ireland outhalf laid the runway for Dan Carter’s smooth landing in Paris
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French side keep up unbeaten record in Champions Cup
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Despite difficult conditions and new Irish faces a first Test win in Argentina beckons
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New coach Daniel Hourcade leans on domestic sides for two-Test series
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