Leinster make two changes for Biarritz

Leinster make two changes for their European Cup clash

Leinster make two changes for their European Cup clash

with Biarritz at the weekend.

Denis Hickie, who injured a hand against Edinburgh Reivers last Friday, is replaced by Peter McKenna on the wing.

Shane Byrne returns to the forward line-up following a two-match absence, relegating Peter Smyth to the bench.

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Leinster coach Matt Williams, speaking on FM 104, said: "Denis is in superb form and is a massive loss along with Eric Miller.

"But we are very lucky to have Peter McKenna who is an international player. We have good strength in that position."

Team:G Dempsey, P McKenna, B O'Driscoll, S Horgan, G D'Arcy, E Hekenui, B O'Meara; R Corrigan, S Byrne, E Byrne, R Casey, M O'Kelly, T Brennan, V Costello, L Toland (capt).

Replacements:K Putt, M McHugh, N Turner/S Keogh, G Halpin, P Smyth, L Cullen, V Costelleo.