The Emerging Ireland squad will tour South Africa this summer.
A panel of second-string, inexperienced Ireland players will have a chance to test their skills against Currie Cup and Super Rugby opposition in South Africa, while also having the opportunity to connect with the National Coaching Team and perform under the intensity of the National Team environment.
Like last year, Ireland’s Defence Coach Simon Easterby will lead the team, and he will be joined by Ireland Forwards Coach Paul O’Connell, Ireland Scrum Coach John Fogarty, and incoming Ireland Backs Coach Andrew Goodman.
The Ireland squad will meet up on September 25 before departing for Bloemfontein three days later.
Ireland will start their tour against the Pumas on…