One of Clare’s highest profile former Ireland internationals believes the opening Six Nations clash with Wales will be won and lost in the pack.
Andy Farrell will name his side to play Wayne Pivac’s men later today for Sunday afternoon’s game in Cardiff.
Ireland will be without number eight Caelan Doris after the Leinster forward prematurely left the camp due to suffering concussion-like symptoms.
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Former Munster and Ireland prop and Clonlara man Marcus Horan says the breakdown will be key for both teams on Sunday.