Casey and Timoney to start against Argentina

Gibson Park and van der Flier on the bench for Argentina

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Ireland's Nick Timoney (left) in action against France in the Six Nations in Paris in February. Photograph: Inpho
Ireland's Nick Timoney (left) in action against France in the Six Nations in Paris in February. Photograph: Inpho

Jameson Gibson Park being on the bench is the headline revelation in Andy Farrell’s team announcement.

On Thursday’s Counter Ruck rugby podcast, former Leinster and Scotland Rugby analyst Brett Igoe gives his take on the Ireland team to face Argentina on Friday night.

He also tells host Nathan Johns he’s “very excited” by Noel McNamara’s appointment as Leinster head coach next season.

Presented by Nathan Johns. Produced by Andrew McNair.

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