Entering as a second-half substitute, Burnaby’s Admir Cejvanovic earned his first cap with the Canadian men’s rugby team in their opening match loss, a 52-21 decision to Ireland, on their November Tour.
The Canadians, ranked 18th in the world, had their hands full against No. 5 Ireland, who were buoyed by a packed stadium of 52,000 fans.
After Ireland opened up a 14-0 lead, Canada held its own and counted two converted tries to pull even. But the hosts regained control just before the half.
Although a freshman with the senior national rugby team, Cejanovic has mutliple caps as a member of the Canada 7s.
