Overview
- Ireland have reconvened in camp to prepare for Wales in Dublin on Friday, with Scotland to follow at the Aviva Stadium on March 14.
- Bundee Aki is available after a four-game suspension for verbal abuse and disrespect toward match officials and has trained with the squad, with coaches highlighting his leadership.
- James Lowe has been ruled out for the remainder of the championship after the injury he sustained against England.
- Robbie Henshaw and Jimmy O’Brien have returned to training, strengthening Ireland’s backline options for selection.
- O’Connell emphasized performance gains as the priority following the five-try 42-21 win at Twickenham, which revived Triple Crown hopes and leaves a slim title chance.