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Thu 11 Nov 2002Impressive pack seal victoryIreland Development XV 12 Argentina 24Torrential  rain, a strong wind and sodden underfoot conditions guaranteed that the boot would be the favoured option for most of the proceedings at Donnybrook last night, which suited the physically more dynamic Argentinans.Their ability to take the tackle on their own terms and offload meant the home side spent most of the night on the back foot. In adversity, though, several players stepped up to the crease, Des Dillon, David Quinlan, Donncha O'Callaghan and Mark McHugh, in particular, enjoyed stand-out nights.