Andy Farrell's first squad was not one named for shock value, though the omissions are as notable as the new additions. It's worth noting that there are more Ulster players in the wider squad than from Munster, while Connacht's representation has shrunk to three. LOSERS: Cronin, Kearney, KleynIt's hard to know what Cronin has done to deserve such an Ireland career. Rob Kearney was told his Test career was not over when omitted from the December get together, but this feels fatal. Larmour is moving ahead at club level, Conway and Addison and others will look to the No 15 shirt too, and you wonder if this is farewell to the most decorated player around.

Source: Irish Examiner January 15, 2020 18:00 UTC