Ireland have suffered a blow ahead of Saturday's Test against Australia after David Wallace was ruled out because of injury.
Jennings called up to replace experienced flanker
Ireland have suffered a blow ahead of Saturday's Test against Australia after David Wallace was ruled out because of injury.
The flanker was withdrawn from the squad on Friday morning after his injured calf showed signs of distress during a fitness test.
Shane Jennings has therefore been called into the starting XV and will wear the number seven jersey, with Stephen Ferris starting on the bench.
Interim Ireland coach Michael Bradley said the loss of the experienced Wallace was a huge blow for the side, but added that he expected Jennings to fill the void.
"David has had a very good season with Munster and with Ireland. He played very well last week against the All Blacks so he will be missed," Bradley said.
"But Shane Jennings is a fine player and this creates an opportunity for him."
Quality
Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll added his disappointment at the loss of Wallace, but said there was enough quality in the side to cover for him.
"We are quietly confident that we will cause them a few problems," O'Driscoll said.
"We have got two very good playmakers in Ronan (O'Gara) and Paddy (Wallace) and hopefully they will be able to run a line or two."
