Could provide an alternative to the established Jamie Heaslip at No. 8 and can also pack down on the blindside .
Leinster 's Rhys Ruddock has been impressive and remains favourite to start against Wales .
Could provide an alternative to the established Jamie Heaslip at No. 8 and can also pack down on the blindside although Leinster 's Rhys Ruddock has been impressive and remains favourite to start against Wales .