Uncapped Irish trio earn chance

Monday 28 May 2012 21:17 BST

Ireland head coach Declan Kidney (Getty Images)

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

The Ireland head coach, Declan Kidney, is set to finalise his 29-man squad for the New Zealand tour after tonight's game against the Barbarians at Kingsholm.

Three uncapped players will start in the front row – the Connacht loosehead Brett Wilkinson, the Munster hooker Mike Sherry and the Ulster tighthead Declan Fitzpatrick. Munster's Ronan O'Gara will lead the side from fly-half.

Ireland will face the world-champion All Blacks in Auckland, Christchurch and Hamilton between 9 and 23 June.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Thank you for registering

Uncapped Irish trio earn chance

Join our commenting forum

Thank you for registering