Ireland vs Romania – Rugby World Cup LIVE: Johnny Sexton returns to Andy Farrell’s side as they bid to make a winning start in Bordeaux

This is the team chosen by Romania Head Coach Eugen Apjok for the test of trying to topple the world’s best team. He’s made three changes from their heavy defeat to Italy three weeks ago. Cristi Chirica captains the side in Bordeaux.

Ireland have confirmed their previously announced team, with one change among the replacements. Mack Hansen comes into the 23, replacing Robbie Henshaw, who misses out as a precaution.

Jonny Sexton captains the side in his first outing since March, while forwards Dan Sheehan, Jack Conan and Dave Kilcoyne remain absent through injury.

Hello, and welcome to Mail Sport’s live coverage of the first match in Group B of this year’s Rugby World Cup, seeing Ireland – the world’s leading team by ranking – take on Romania.

After France’s win yesterday, and Italy dominant in action right now, Andy Farrell’s side will also want to get off to the best possible start.

Action in Bordeaux begins at 3.30pm local time, which is 2.30pm in Ireland and the UK, or about an hour away. We’ll have all the build-up and action right here.

Andy Farrell, Ireland’s Head Coach, arrives at the stadium ahead of the match