Munster and Ireland legend Keith Wood's son Tom has been named at out-half as Ireland need to find a spark to ignite their Six Nations after an inconsistent campaign to date
The Munster No.10, who made his debut at this level off the bench against Wales a fortnight ago, forms a new half-back partnership with Will Wootton as Ireland strive for only their second victory of this championship.
That was Ireland's first loss in the under-20 championship in 15 games. The Red Rose physically dominated that encounter and a strong French side aim to do the same. So it will take something special to improve on fourth place in the table ahead of next week's trip to Italy for the finale.Sign up for our Rugby service on WhatsApp to get Ireland Six Nations news Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest rugby news and top stories from the Irish Mirror.
Ireland: Daniel Green, Charlie Molony, Gene O'Leary Kareem, Eoghan Smyth, Ciarán Mangan, Tom Wood, Will Wootton; Billy Bohan, Mikey Yarr, Alex Mullan, Mahon Ronan, Billy Corrigan, Michael Foy, Bobby Power, Éanna McCarthy .
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