Andy Farrell's Ireland squad will disappoint supporters anticipating freshness

Few, though, will be disappointed with the availability of captain Caelan Doris following the serious shoulder injury he sustained during Leinster’s Champions Cup semi-final defeat last May

Caelan Doris returns to the fold. File picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Andy Farrell opted for tried and tested continuity over an injection of new blood after naming his Ireland squad for next month’s four internationals against Southern Hemisphere opposition.

A 2027 World Cup pool draw on December 3 and the need to maintain a top-four World Ranking will have undoubtedly played a part in the head coach’s thinking as he prepares a 34-man playing group for November Test window.