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Ireland's Stockdale breaks Six Nations record against England

By Ben Spratt
Jacob Stockdale of Ireland scores his sides third try during NatWest Six Nations match between England and Ireland at Twickenham Stadium on March 17, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Jacob Stockdale became the first player to score seven tries in a Six Nations campaign as Ireland closed in on a Grand Slam at Twickenham.

The Ulster man crossed in first-half stoppage time against England on Saturday, ensuring Ireland - chasing a fifth win out of five - took a commanding 21-5 lead into the break.

That try was a record seventh for Stockdale, who had scored six times in his previous three matches.

Stockdale scored braces against Italy, Wales and Scotland and had the chance to target a fourth double in a row in the second half against England.