Horgan drafted into ‘A’ team to take on Saxons

SHANE HORGAN will start Ireland A’s clash with England Saxons at Welford Road next Friday.

Horgan has been struggling with a knee injury and Ireland head coach Eddie O’Sullivan has opted to give him a run-out for the second string to prove his fitness.

The line-up includes the usual blend of youth and experience with Alan Quinlan and Frankie Sheahan among the veterans, while Luke Fitzgerald and Cian Healy are emerging prospects.