"Munster's Tom Farrell will make his debut for Ireland at the age of 32, as Andy Farrell shakes up his side for the visit of Japan."
"The Dubliner, who was released by Connacht in 2024 and previously played for Leinster and Bedford Blues, is rewarded for his brilliant form for the province where he was named player of the year last season."
Tom Farrell will make his Ireland debut at the age of 32 after earning selection for the upcoming match against Japan. Andy Farrell has reshaped the squad for the Japan visit, handing opportunities to in-form players. The Dubliner previously played for Leinster and Bedford Blues before joining Munster following his release by Connacht in 2024. Farrell produced consistently strong performances for Munster and was named the province's player of the year last season. National selection rewards his brilliant provincial form and grants him a late but deserved international debut. The choice underscores selection based on current form rather than age or past setbacks.
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