Ulster's only loss in their last five matches in all competitions was 22-23 at Ospreys in the Magners League on 13 February. The Ulstermen have won three of their four games against Welsh opponents this season.

Cardiff Blues have secured four successive Magners League victories and climbed from 5th to 2nd place in the table in the process. The Blues' only win in their last six trips over the Irish Sea was 33-24 in this equivalent fixture at Ravenhill last season.

Referee: James Jones (WRU, 48th League game)
Assistant Referees: Alan Rogan, Peter Roche (both IRFU).
TMO: Marshall Kilgore (IRFU).

Live on BBC Sport NI.