Domscheit-Berg has since become the spokesperson for OpenLeaks, a spin-off group that will provide secure leaking drop boxes for other media sites, NGOs and trade unions.
Seven players drop out from the 34-man squad announced for the short training spin in September, with Tommy Bowe injured and Peter Bracken, Tom Court, John Fogarty, Alan Quinlan, Mick O'Driscoll and Rob Kearney not required.