Andy Farrell leaps to the defence of his new Lions star Henry Pollock: 'He's NOT a pest - he's a humble kid with a great attitude'

A storming performance could propel Pollock into contention for a place in the first-choice side for the internationals. He has been on an unstoppable rise, with no reason that can't lead to the Test XV.

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