Ireland number eight Jack Conan could return from injury against Scotland
Ireland number eight Jack Conan is “in a great place” and in contention to return from a two-month injury absence in his country’s pivotal Pool B clash with Scotland.
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Ireland’s Conan back in full training ahead of Scotland showdown
Ireland back row Jack Conan has started full training with the squad and could be in contention to play against Scotland in their final Rugby World Cup Pool B fixture in Paris on Oct 7, assistant coach Simon Easterby has confirmed.
'Jack is back' - Conan set to be available for Scotland encounter
Ireland will head towards their final Rugby World Cup Pool B game against Scotland with a full squad to choose from, with Jack Conan set to be available after close to eight weeks out injured.
'We didn't do the dog on it' - No immediate injury concerns as Ireland savour victory over Springboks
Ireland have no immediate injury concerns following last night's World Cup win over South Africa.
Ireland may need to win 'ugly' in South Africa clash, says Simon Easterby
Ireland must be adaptable and prepared to grind out an “ugly” win against reigning world champions South Africa, according to defence coach Simon Easterby.
Fully-fit squad for Ireland with Finlay Bealham available for South Africa match
Ireland prop Finlay Bealham has been cleared to face reigning world champions South Africa after passing his head injury assessments.
Decision time - Andy Farrell facing crucial calls v Springboks
Given the desire to avoid France in a potential World Cup quarter-final, it's no exaggeration to say Ireland are heading into the biggest game yet of the Andy Farrell era.
Conan and Bealham take part in Ireland training
Jack Conan, Finlay Bealham and Dan Sheehan all took part in training today in Tours as Ireland prepare for their World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday (8pm).