Overview
- Mack Hansen took a full part in Ireland’s captain’s run at the Aviva Stadium with strapping on his right hand and two fingers.
- An Ireland spokesperson said the entire squad trained fully and is good to go for tomorrow’s Test against the Springboks.
- Head coach Andy Farrell has selected Hansen at fullback in the team named on Thursday, with Jacob Stockdale or Jimmy O’Brien available if a late change is required.
- It is understood the finger problem occurred in training earlier this week and that Hansen may have missed Wednesday’s main session.
- The fullback role is expected to be pivotal in a contestable-kick battle, and Hansen arrives in strong form after scoring three tries in his first Test start at 15 last weekend against Australia.