Connacht's Finlay Bealham ready for Ireland's Six Nations call

Connacht tighthead prop Finlay Bealham is primed to answer the call if Joe Schmidt includes him in the Ireland Six Nations squad ahead of Wales.

And while fears about the hamstring injury picked up by Tadhg Furlong in the 56-19 win over Italy are receding, Bealham said he is ready for action, having picked up an untimely knee injury in January.

The seven-time capped Bealham, who is on the verge of his 100th appearance for Connacht against Zebre, says he can make the step up if called upon.