British and Irish Lions possibles: Which contenders pressed their claim after Six Nations openers The Six Nations has kicked off with the first round of matches completed.
Speaking on the Six Nations Rugby special, former Scotland captain John Barclay praised Sheehan’s cameo, saying: “His influence off the bench in a 30-minute cameo just showed he is streets ahead at hooker.
Sione Tuipulotu, Scotland captain was ruled out of the Six Nations with a pectoral injury but has been another standout performer for the Lions.
Sheehan's all-court excellence was very much visible in Ireland’s fourth try of the game as a delicate tip-on put Jack Conan into a hole to create the initial burst before the 26-year-old produced a pass to set James Lowe away.
Ireland, eyeing a third straight Six Nations, will be tipped to make up the bulk of the squad while there are chances that there will be a strong Scottish contingent.
