Andy Farrell's side begin their campaign away to France in Paris on Thursday week.
Ireland will ramp their preparations for the Six Nations later today as a pre-tournament training camp in Portugal gets underway.
Andy Farrell's side begin their campaign away to France in Paris on Thursday week.
Injuries have played a key part in the squad selection, with loosehead prop a particularly challenging area as Andrew Porter, Paddy McCarthy and Jack Boyle are all injured.
Connacht's Billy Bohan has been drafted in to provide an extra option - and Farrell says it's a big opportunity for the 20-year-old.

Alcaraz Withdraws From Wimbledon Due To Wrist Injury
Graeme McDowell To Make His First Major Appearance In Six Years Next Month
Three Of The Irish Provinces To Kick Off The New Season At Home In September
Tuesday Morning Sports Update
All Ireland Football Championship Opening Round Fixtures Confirmed
Tommy O'Brien Among Injury Doubts For Leinster's Champion Cup Final On Saturday
Monday Morning Sports Update
Sunday Evening Sports Update