Hugh Farrelly reflects on a key moment in England's 2003 Grand Slam in The Irish Independent.
"The infamous 'stand-off' of 2003 might just get some airplay this week. Just a little.
"Martin Johnson's first return to Lansdowne Road; the fact that he has graduated from captain to manager and is poised to land England's first Grand Slam since lifting the trophy that afternoon; Brian O'Driscoll once again standing in his path as Ireland captain; St Patrick's week and a World Cup looming.
"Mash it all together and you have all the elements you could possibly require for another jingoistic, tub-thumping showdown -- the main difference this time around being that pride not silverware is Ireland's primary motivation."
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