The unbeaten record that Leinster have built since the start of the season is under threat as Leo Cullen is forced to go with a vastly changed side against a strong-looking Stormers outfit
Just three of the 15 Leinster players who started against Bath in last week's Champions Cup final round pool game will be on the pitch for the kick-off of the Blues' clash with the DHL Stormers as the URC resumes. The other dozen are in Portugal with Ireland.
"It will be great to see Dan back," Leinster assistant coach Robin McBryde said. "It’s never a good time to have an injury and the seriousness of Dan’s injury as well. I know he’s been fighting to get back as quickly as possible and when the team is going well, it spurs you on a little bit more, I suppose."Sign up for our Rugby news service on Whats App Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest rugby news and top stories from the Irish Mirror.
"There are also some rotations such as in the second row, with Salmaan set to take over the leadership in the second half after playing a full 80 minutes in Paris last week.
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