Reinforcements

Ireland’s 2023 Six Nations campaign gets underway this weekend with a huge clash against Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

Andy Farrell’s side come into this year’s championship as hot favourites alongside holders France – with both Les Blues and old rivals England at home in the Aviva Stadium this year.

Captain Johnny Sexton and Tadhg Furlong are both expected to be fit in time for the opener following recent injury setbacks for both players, but one man who has emerged as a doubt is Leinster hooker, Ronan Kelleher.

According to the42, Ulster’s 22-year-old hooker Tom Stewart is set to be called up as a result. A huge opportunity for him but he still faces stiff competition for minutes alongside Dan Sheehan and Rob Herring.