The Blues have won their last five games against Ulster, whilst the Ulstermen's only previous league victory in Cardiff was 25-22 at the Arms Park on 9 September 2005.
Cardiff Blues' only victory in their last four games in the Magners League was 30-7 over Glasgow Warriors at Firhill on 19 February, whilst the Blues have won just one of their last five encounters with Irish teams: 21-9 over Connacht at the City Stadium on 6 December.
Ulster have won just one of their last six Magners League matches: 15-10 at home to Munster on 2 January. Ulster have not won away from home in the Magners League since a trip to Connacht on 25 September.
Referee: Neil Paterson (SRU). 22nd League game
Assistant Referees: Jon Mason (WRU), Simon Harris (WRU)
TMO: Neil Ballard (WRU)
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