Young gun McCann happy with 'rewarding' elder statesman role for Ulster
Not exactly a chiseled veteran but Ulster back row Dave McCann was thrust into the role of elder statesman on Saturday night.
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Not exactly a chiseled veteran but Ulster back row Dave McCann was thrust into the role of elder statesman on Saturday night.
Jack Carty returns to the Connacht side for their first interpro of the season at home to Ulster, while the visitors have rung the changes for their trip to the Sportsground on Saturday (7.35pm).
Ulster will be without both Rob Herring and Robert Baloucoune for Friday's BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with the Dragons at Kingspan Stadium.
Jake Flannery has signed a contract extension that will see the out-half remain at Ulster until 2026.
Ulster have continued their busy contract week, with the announcement of new deals for Andrew Warwick, Dave McCann and Ben Moxham.
Ulster have made three changes to their side for Friday night's BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with the Stormers [live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player] in Belfast.
A late penalty from Rhyno Smith saw Benetton move into the top five of the United Rugby Championship following a 31-29 victory over Ulster at the Stadio Monigo.
Robert Baloucoune will make his 50th appearance for Ulster when they visit Benetton on Saturday.