Japan vs Ireland: Sean Jansen to make international debut as Andy Farrell makes nine changes for Newcastle contest

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made nine changes to his starting XV for their match against Japan in Newcastle. Sean Jansen will make his international debut from the start at number 8, while fellow forwards Billy Bohan, Sam Illo, and Bryn Ward are also set for their international debuts from the bench. Tadhg Beirne will captain Ireland from the start for the first time in the fixture.