New Ulster signing to start among the replacements along with Alby Mathewson
Head coach Andy Friend outlines qualities of incoming group of players
Connacht coach has used 50 players and is pleased with the growing depth within his squad
Away clash with Leinster looms again if Benetton are overcome in quarter-final
Johann Van Graan’s strong side includes 11 who lined out against Saracens last week
Four of the five teams that face drop from Division 1A will meet in final round
Province are bereft of outhalves while Leinster and Munster have an abundance
The Caelan Dorris-captained side will now playoff for place ninth to 12th in Narbonne
Number eight Caelan Doris gives fine showing in an otherwise scrappy performance
There are three uncapped players in the backs for match against the hosts France
Last week’s defeat to France included some positive signs of team’s capabilities
Peter Malone’s side finish ninth in world championship as New Zealand take crown
Peter Malone’s side have avoided relegation play-off after first tournament win in Georgia
Ireland play Italy in their pool B opener on Wednesday 31st May (12.30pm Irish time)
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