Overview
- He will start a fourth straight Test on Saturday against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium as Ireland pursue the Triple Crown.
- He has scored two tries in three championship appearances, debuting with a try in the 20-13 win over Italy that earned man-of-the-match.
- Head coach Andy Farrell praised his Italy score as one of the best of Farrell’s tenure.
- His recall followed restored fitness and six tries for Ulster after hamstring, back, and ankle issues kept him out of Tests since November 2022.
- Baloucoune acknowledged a missed tackle on Wales prop Rhys Carré and flagged preparation for battles with Scotland wings Kyle Steyn and Darcy Graham.