Ian Costello backing Gavin Coombes and Munster's Ireland 'A' contingent to impress
Ian Costello is backing his province's Ireland 'A’ contingent to grasp their chance to impress the Irish management this week.
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Ireland forwards Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher in fitness battles for Wales Six Nations clash
Ireland forwards Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher are injury doubts ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales, while Iain Henderson and Cormac Izuchukwu are definitely out.
Hamstring problem rules Iain Henderson out of Ireland’s game with Wales
Ireland second-row Iain Henderson has been ruled out of their Guinness Six Nations trip to Wales and skipper Caelan Doris is a major doubt for the Cardiff clash.
Ireland recalls former captain Peter O’Mahony for Scotland Six Nations clash
Ireland have recalled back-row forward Peter O’Mahony and centre Robbie Henshaw for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations match against Scotland.
Sam Prendergast starts as Ireland team named for Six Nations opener against England
Sam Prendergast has been named to start at fly-half for Ireland against England as Simon Easterby named his starting 15 for his first game as head coach.
Breaking Sam Prendergast starts for Six Nations debut v England
Sam Prendergast will start at out-half for Ireland in their opening Guinness Six Nations match against England on Saturday.
Rob Herring starts for Ulster, while JJ Hanrahan set for Connacht return away to Cardiff
Ireland international Rob Herring returns for Ulster on Friday night, one of five changes to Richie Murphy's side as they look to keep their slim hopes of reaching the Investec Champions Cup knockout stage alive.
Champions Cup team news: Tadhg Furlong returns for Leinster, three changes for Munster, while Iain Henderson back for Ulster
Tadhg Furlong will play his first game since October, while RG Snyman and Jordie Barrett are both held back on the bench for Leinster's Investec Champions Cup meeting with La Rochelle on Sunday.