Irish prop does not believe scrum battle will necessarily decide outcome against France
Paul O’Connell presented prop with his jersey on what was to be his last home game
We can already predict a lot about the make-up of the squad for the tournament
Ireland’s resources stretched for Scotland tie with question marks over Earls’ fitness also
Versatility could help press the case of the likes of Ryan, Porter and Bealham
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
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
New Zealand-born player has been appointed defence coach at Ulster and will travel to Australia
Focused prop preparing to lock horns with his fellow Lions Sinckler and Vunipola
Next season Joe Schmidt could have 10 props with Test match experience at his disposal
Few would quibble with impact Payne and Stander have made for adopted country
Luke Fitzgerald and Ronan O’Gara not afraid to speak their minds on controversial rule
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