O'Connell back to Six Nations squad to face Wales

Paul O'Connell has recovered from a chest infection to take his place in the Ireland starting 15 to face Wales on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium.

The Munster second row missed last weeks win over Scotland in their RBS Six Nations opener, meaning Dan Tuohy drops to the bench.

The only other change from last week's game is the inclusion of Gordan D'Arcy who also missed last week with a stomach bug.

Ireland team to play Wales:

15. R Kearney

14. A Trimble

13. B O'Driscoll

12. G D'Arcy

11. D Kearney

10. J Sexton

9. C Murray

8. J Heaslip

7. Chris Henry

6. P O'Mahony

5. P O'Connell

4. D Toner

3. M Ross

2. R Best

1. C Healy