Ireland Move On After Scotland Win

Japan the focus now

A Rugby World Cup quarter final showdown with South Africa is on the cards for Ireland following yesterday's 27-3 win over Scotland in Japan. 

Joe Schmidt's side will base themselves in Shizuoka for the next few days ahead of Saturday's Pool A meeting with the hosts. 

Peter O'Mahony and Bundee Aki have passed the second stage of head assessment injury protocols, while Johnny Sexton is fit after suffering a bang on the thigh. 

Jack Carty made a very successful appearance off the bench after 58 minutes and kicked a penalty.

Robbie Henshaw has resumed training as Ireland now turn their focus to the game against Japan 

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