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Published 16:33 2 Feb 2016 GMT
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11 games into his pro rugby career and just a solitary try to his name but Ringrose is the young man most are pinning their hopes to.
The 21-year-old snatched his opportunity with Leinster during the World Cup and never looked back. He still has some bulking up today if he is to survive more than a month as a senior centre but he has done all that has been asked of him and more in recent months.
The Brian O'Driscoll comparisons will continue if he manages to get on the pitch in Paris and introduce himself to the wider rugby world.
Joe Schmidt name-checked Ringrose as one of three young Irish players on the verge of senior selection. Fitzgerald's injury could be all the opening he needs.
Somewhat disingenuous to describe McFadden as safe but that is only because Schmidt would know exactly what to expect from the Leinster man.
McFadden has been focusing on playing out wide this season but eight of his 29 Test caps have been in the centre.
Has an aggression and doughtiness to his game that would come in handy in what will be tough away ties with France and England. Thrives in pressure cooker situations and loves a scrap.
The Ulsterman is destined to appear numerous times for Ireland - and add to his two existing caps - so why not get him in, and around the senior squad, now?
Recently back from injury and instantly getting fans off their seats. He was superb in the recent away win over Treviso.
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