Four players are set to make their debuts for a much-changed Ireland side in Saturday's Nations Championship game against Japan in Australia.
Having beaten Australia 33-31 in a dramatic opener on Saturday, Ireland boss Andy Farrell has made nine alterations to his starting line-up before next week's blockbuster Auckland meeting with the All Blacks.
Chelsea have announced the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a deal worth £40m.
The 19-year-old has signed an eight-year contract and becomes the second arrival announced under new manager Xabi Alonso, following the £42m signing of Atalanta full-back Marco Palestra.
Ben Stokes has reacted after the International Cricket Council contacted the England and Wales Cricket Board over a potential rule breach linked to his retirement announcement.
News of the end of the former England captain's international career was made public during the fourth day of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.