Kennedy is yet to team up with Bob Casey this season

London Irish lock Nick Kennedy believes it is time the Exiles defeated their old rivals Harlequins when they face them this weekend.

Irish have only won once at the Stoop in the past seven years and lost there 27-24 in the pre-season.

Kennedy told BBC Radio Berkshire: "I eat in the same cafe as a lot of them, they go to the same cinemas.

"They have beaten us on the last couple of outings, so it would be nice to get the smug look off their faces."

He added: "We know a lot about them and they know a lot about us. We're going to have to be at our best to win away from home.

"We're well aware of what a good side they are. They have threats everywhere. Danny Care's in form, Ugo Monye's running great lines and they have a big old pack."

Kennedy looks likely to be reunited in the second row with Bob Casey, who has been absent so far this season with a hand injury.

"He's a great player and is going to be missed from any team he's not playing in," Kennedy said.

"The guys that have filled in have done a really good job. Nic Rouse played well at Leicester and Gary Johnson's done really well for the last three games.

"But it'll be brilliant to have him back as a captain and a player."