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Keenan return to Irish squad boosts Farrell ahead of 6 Nations
- On Wednesday, Hugo Keenan was named in Ireland's Six Nations squad, providing a boost for Andy Farrell amid injuries after not playing since last year's British and Irish Lions tour.
- Keenan said he has `turned the corner`, has been training fully with Leinster in the last week or two, and aims to return before the end of January.
- The squad lists 20 forwards and 17 backs, with Andrew Porter and Robbie Henshaw ruled out and experienced leaders Caelan Doris and Jamison Gibson-Park included.
- A return for Leinster at Edinburgh on January 31st could put Hugo Keenan in selection contention, with hopes to be available for Ireland's opener at Stade de France on February 5th.
- Amid fierce competition, Andy Farrell described the trip to France as an `exciting challenge` and warned discipline must improve after Ireland were reduced to 12 men in a 24-13 defeat by South Africa.
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