Sexton starts v Australia with McCarthy set for debut off bench
Ireland's injury worries have cleared up ahead of Saturday's final Test of the Autumn Nations Series against Australia at the Aviva Stadium.
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Ireland captain Johnny Sexton a doubt for Australia as injuries mount
Ireland are facing an out-half injury crisis ahead of Saturday's autumn finale against Australia with captain Johnny Sexton doubtful and Joey Carbery ruled out.
Ratings: Timoney and forwards lead the way for Ireland
Another win for Ireland, but after the recent victories against the All Blacks and South Africa, the 35-17 result against Fiji won't live long in the memory.
Ireland v Fiji: All you need to know
Ireland face Fiji for the just the fifth time on Saturday as Andy Farrell's side look to build on their impressive win over world champions South Africa and claim an 11th successive home victory.
Ireland make nine changes for Fiji test as Henshaw returns
DUBLIN : Ireland made nine changes to the side that beat South Africa last weekend for Saturday's visit of Fiji, with centre Robbie Henshaw fit again, Jeremy Loughman handed a debut and fellow prop Tadhg Furlong captaining the side for the first time.
Jeremy Loughman to make Ireland debut as Andy Farrell rings changes for Fiji
Jeremy Loughman will make his Ireland debut against Fiji on Saturday as Andy Farrell makes nine changes to his starting line-up.
'I thought I broke my forearm' - Stuart McCloskey set to return after injury relief
The sight of Stuart McCloskey trudging off the pitch after just 28 minutes against South Africa, with his arm held in his jersey as a makeshift sling, was a disheartening one to see.
At what stage do we believe in the favourites' tag?
There were contrasting fortunes after the Test match between Ireland and South Africa at the Aviva stadium on Saturday evening.