Donal Lenihan: Timing is everything when it comes to the Lions tour

While James Ryan's timing couldn't have been worse, Jack Conan, who might not even be the best No 8 in Leinster, now finds himself with the hottest ticket in rugby

RIGHT PLACE, RIGHT TIME: With Caelan Doris sidelined due to concerns surrounding concussion and Peter O'Mahony suspended, Jack Conan (pictured) found himself back in the selection mix with Ireland.

From here on in the focus will be on tracking the progress of the Lions, from the opening game against Japan in Murrayfield on June 26 to how the side is coming together in the weeks building up to the key opening test on July 24.

Before that, a final word on selection.