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‘He has bulked up a little bit’ – Sam Prendergast backed to ‘kick on’ for Leinster after making ‘great start’ to season

SAM PRENDERGAST has gotten bigger — and Emmet Farrell predicts he will get better this season too. Leinster kicking supremo Farrell was chuffed with the 23-year-old’s opening shift of the season off the bench against the Sharks last Saturday. The…

By Michael Scully · The Sun

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Emmet Farrell has backed Leinster fly-half Sam Prendergast to kick on following a strong start to the season.
Prendergast impressed off the bench against the Sharks, assisting Andrew Osborne's late try to earn a losing bonus point.
Farrell noted that the 23-year-old Ireland international has bulked up ahead of the upcoming campaign.

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Leinster kicking coach Emmet Farrell has backed fly-half Sam Prendergast to kick on this season following an impressive opening performance off the bench against the Sharks. Prendergast came on for Caspar Gabriel with thirty minutes remaining in Durban, setting up Andrew Osborne's late try with a cross-field kick to secure a losing bonus point.

Farrell noted that the 23-year-old playmaker has added muscle to his frame while maintaining his confidence and personality amid international scrutiny. Prendergast is expected to start at fly-half against Cardiff on Saturday, positioning him for a crucial Ireland role while Jack Crowley remains injured.

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