Six Nations: Ryan ruled out as Farrell makes four Ireland changes for Scotland clash

James Ryan has been ruled out of Saturday’s Six Nations battle with Scotland with a calf injury.

James Ryan of Ireland. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Andy Farrell has returned to the core of his side which produced its performance of the season at Twickenham three weeks ago for Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations Triple Crown decider against Scotland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday (2:10pm).

The head coach has made four changes from the selection which earned a 27-17 victory over Wales in Dublin last Friday night as he reverts to a large degree to the players who registered a record 42-21 away win over England in round three.