Lowe back in Ireland squad, first call-up for Jimmy O'Brien
James Lowe has been brought back into the Ireland squad ahead of Sunday's Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy, while his Leinster team-mate Jimmy O'Brien gets a first call-up.
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Leinster v Ospreys live: Kick-off time, TV details, team news and updates
Wales flanker Dan Lydiate is set to make his first appearance after a year out with a knee injury when Ospreys visit Leinster this evening.
URC team news: Lowe returns from injury as Marmion joins Connacht 200 club
Leinster and Ireland have been handed a timely boost with James Lowe set to return this weekend.
Leinster wait and see with Lowe but Kiwi showing great 'body language'
James Lowe won't lack for motivation to return for Leinster and Ireland as soon as possible, according to Robin McBryde.
Injured Sexton misses Ireland-France Test
Ireland have been dealt a major blow with inspirational captain Jonathan Sexton ruled out of their Six Nations showdown with France in Paris.
Six Nations: France v Ireland - Johnny Sexton out with hamstring injury
Captain Johnny Sexton will miss Ireland's Six Nations game against France in Paris on Saturday after injuring his hamstring in training.