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Published 08:51 5 Jun 2019 BST
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There was a grim sight of Hodnett sprawled out before his right leg, and then his left arm, spasmed.
He gripped his chest as a melee ensued just feet away and Australian referee Damon Murphy rushed to intervene.
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Incredibly, though, John Hodnett was able to continue after receiving treatment. Whether or not he should have been allowed to after reviewing the replays is another matter, but it is testament to the UCC player's fortitude and willingness to compete.
As Barbeary trudged off - his red card adding to a couple of yellows the England side accrued - Hodnett rejoined his pack-mates for a crucial scrum.
England were forced to put a back in the scrum and Ireland took advantage out wide left. Craig Casey found Ben Healy and the sub backed himself to dart for the corner and score.
Then, eight minutes after it was almost game over, Hodnett scored Ireland U20s' final try of the match. The back-row was excellent in Ireland's Grand Slam campaign and was able to ride this nasty dint to help his side to another big win.
You can catch the full match highlights here:
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