Ireland were reminded of the tough start that awaits them in New Zealand following confirmation of the Maori All Blacks squad.
TJ Perenara, who is set to play for the Maoris for the first time, heads a formidable list of names that Andy Farrell's squad will face first in their five-game, three Test tour.
Ireland will take on the Maoris for only the third time ever in Hamilton on Wednesday week, just three days before the first Test against New Zealand.
