Canada progressed to 36 before losing their first wicket, Geoffrey Barnett being caught by Niall O'Brien off the bowling of Connell for 19.

BBC: Ireland trounce Canada in decider

Canada are first up for Ireland at Thomond Park on 8 November and it's possible that O'Driscoll and a number of other regulars may be rested for that game.

BBC: O'Driscoll remains Irish captain