Care merits his century, says Youngs

By PAUL EDDISON

BEN Youngs has backed his long-time rival Danny Care to step up on what would be his 100th appearance for England against Ireland next weekend. Youngs, who is England men’s all-time record appearance holder, spent much of his Test career battling Care for the England No.9 jersey. Having now retired, he believes the Harlequins scrum-half deserves a chance against Ireland to bring up his century. “Given it’s his 100th cap, at Twickenham, you’d think that the occasion would bring out the best in Danny Care,” said Youngs. “If ...

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