Who are the three uncapped players in Ireland squad?
BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
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Andy Farrell is the head coach of the Ireland rugby team.
A young prop for the Ireland rugby team who has been selected for the senior squad but has yet to earn a cap.
A tight-head prop for the Connacht rugby team making his first appearance in the senior Ireland squad.
A back row player for Connacht who qualifies to play for Ireland through his grandparents.
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BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
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