Joe Dunleavy to get first Ireland Six Nations start

Joe Dunleavy will have his first start for the Ireland U20’s in Friday night’s game Six Nation clash with Scotland at Donnybrook.
The Letterkenny man who plays his rugby with the Ulster Academy comes into the back row to win his first cap.
Dunleavy, who played his youth rugby with Letterkenny is one of seven changes made by Head Coach Noel McNamara.
So far in the U20 Six Nation’s, Ireland lost to France and Wales but beat Italy.
Head coach Noel McNamara said: “It’s set to be another good challenge for the players on Friday. Everyone was disappointed with the result against Wales, so it’s an opportunity to finish our time in Donnybrook on a positive note.
“We’ve made some changes for Friday night and I know the management team are looking forward to seeing those players go out and show what they can do.
“Scotland come to Dublin off the back of a good win over England, so they will be full of confidence. The games between ourselves and Scotland have been close affairs over the last few seasons, so we’re expecting another tough encounter this week.”