The Lions boss is looking forward to working with him again on tour.
Lions head coach Warren Gatland has hailed Robbie Henshaw as a “world class” player.
The Ireland centre will start alongside former Connacht teammate Bundee Aki in the Lions warm-up test against Japan on Saturday.
They’re two of six Irish players who’ll start at Murrayfield.
Gatland is particularly looking forward to seeing how Henshaw fares:
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The Faithful County fell behind early and never got back on terms.
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The Portarlington swimmer landed bronze in Belgrade on Tuesday evening.
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Henshaw's former club have had a tough season in AIL action.
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There's also a midlands derby this weekend in the Leinster Minor Hurling Championship.
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The Lough Lene Gaels man reflects on a disappointing performance by Westmeath.
Nicole Turner Taking On Best Of Europe In Madeira
Roisin Ni Riain has already won two medals for Ireland at the championships.
O'Rourke Sisters Fighting For More Major Medals Today
The Ballinasloe sisters are fighting for European bronze medals today.
Words Fail Me - Offaly Manager Left Shocked At Loss To Laois
Johnny Kelly's side were in control of their championship opener for the first 50 minutes.
Westmeath Fight Back To Secure Championship Opening Draw Against Offaly
Westmeath recovered from a strong Offaly start in Mullingar to retrieve a draw.
I Want The Blame To Fall On Me - Joe Fortune
The Westmeath manager is reacting after his side suffered a costly defeat.
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Carl Mujaguzi's volley won Athlone three points in Tralee on Friday.
Laois Enjoy Sun Kissed Comeback Victory Over Offaly
Willie Maher's men looked out of the contest midway through only to come roaring back.
Westmeath Will Enjoy "Competition Of Equals"
Gerry Buckley looks forward to Westmeath's championship opener.
