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Farrell not shutting door on Lowe World Cup return

Farrell not shutting door on Lowe World Cup return
BBC Sport Friday 03 July 2026, 10:30 UTC 1 min read
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Head coach Andy Farrell says former Leinster wing James Lowe is unlikely to feature for Ireland while he is playing in Japan, but didn't completely close the door on him being selected for the 2027 World Cup.

Head coach Andy Farrell says former Leinster wing James Lowe is unlikely to feature for Ireland while he is playing in Japan, but didn't completely close the door on him being selected for the 2027 World Cup.
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