Versatile Leinster stalwart has been denied opportunities others have been granted
The prop is the latest Munster player to become embroiled in a doping scandal
We can already predict a lot about the make-up of the squad for the tournament
There is an average 5.4 selection changes between the final game of an Irish coach and the opener of his successor
Sexton has been unable to train this week, after being hurt against Scotland on Sunday
Leaving out Leinster lock something of a gamble given Ireland’s recent lineout struggles
The inclusion of uncapped Munster duo Kleyn and Haley the most eye-catching
Rugby stats: Squad changes and work done between now and September will be key
In 24 matches, 37 different individual players crossed the line for Joe Schmidt's side
Chris Henry’s retirement causes brief pause for reflection ahead of glamorous autumn Tests
Argentina clash will be a good barometer of coach's attempt to grow Ireland's depth
The 34-year-old played 184 times for the province and 24 times for Ireland
Celtic Cup has made some difference but meaningful fixtures are still limited for many
Scrumhalf kicks late penalty to get Dan McFarland's side over the line against Scarlets
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