Seb Davies has withdrawn from the bench with a back spasm, Ben Carter joins the replacements in the number 19 jersey.

Wales get the defence of their Six Nations championship underway as they travel to take on Ireland in the opening round. Ireland finished in third position last season, winning three of their five matches, while Wales lifted the title with four victories. The head to head record is as follows: Ireland wins 55, Wales wins 70 to go along with seven draws. Last season Wales beat Ireland 21-16 at home.

The morning of 6N is like Christmas Eve for grown ups. Very interested to see how Hansen does. He was great for Connacht at start of season but a but quiet of late. Some feet and off load capability