Cardiff Blues team to face Leinster

Robinson starred for Cardiff Youth and under-21s before making his Cardiff RFC debut in the final match of the 2000-01 season against Caerphilly in a Welsh/Scottish League.

He made his Cardiff Blues debut in September 2003 against Glasgow, scoring one conversion and two penalties. He has gone on to be the team's highest points scorer, scoring 623 points. His points tally is made up of 19 tries, 105 conversions, 9 drop goals and 97 penalties.

"It's a nice milestone to reach. I've played at the Arms Park my whole career with Cardiff RFC and the Cardiff Blues so it's good to get my 100th game at home. I was hoping to reach the target last season but unfortunately I got injured," said Robinson.

"I'd say the game that I have the best memories of and enjoyed the most was the game against Leinster at the Millennium Stadium a few seasons ago. It was a great game to be part of with a big crowd and fantastic atmosphere and we played some rugby. We've also had some good matches against the Welsh teams especially the Ospreys."

"It's a tough start for us and we always have tough matches against Leinster. Obviously we'd like to improve on last year having finished second in the league again and we're all looking forward to getting the season underway having worked hard all summer."

The team selection also sees Jamie Roberts starting at 12 and Richard Mustoe starting on the wing for his first competitive match for the Cardiff Blues.

Tickets for the match are available to purchase from the ticket office by calling 029 2030 2030 or online at http://www.cardiffblues.com/

Junior Terrace: £4
Junior Stand: £5
Adult Family Stand: £16
Adult Terrace: £16
Adult Stand: £20

Team:

15 Ben Blair
14 Richard Mustoe
13 Tom Shankin
12 Jamie Roberts
11 Chris Czekaj
10 Nicky Robinson
9 Jason Spice

1 Gethin Jenkins
2 Gareth Williams
3 Taufa'ao Filise
4 Bradley Davies
5 Paul Tito (c)
6 Mamma Molitika
8 Andy Powell
7 Martyn Williams

16 Gary Powell
17 T. Rhys Thomas
18 Scott Morgan
19 Ben White
20 Darren Allinson
21 Ceri Sweeney
22 Jamie Robinson

Injury update

Tom James had a slight problem with his groin and should be back in full training on Monday 8 September.

Richie Rees has a slight back problem and should also return to full training on Monday 8 September.

Gareth Thomas tweaked a hamstring and hopefully should be available for selection for the Ulster match on Friday 12 September.

Xavier Rush suffered an injury to his knee ligaments and to his kneecap during the summer. He is back in training with the fitness coaches and hopes to be available for selection for the Connacht match on the 26th of September.

Deiniol Jones had shoulder reconstruction surgery at the end of last season. He is also likely to be available for selection for the Connacht game.

Sam Warburton had an operation on Friday 29 August at Spire Healthcare. He suffered a reacurrance of a shoulder injury that he sustained during this years Junior World Cup in June. He is expected to be out until February 2009.

Pitch report

Despite the current wet weather, there are currently no fears for tomorrow's fixture being delayed.
Cardiff Arms Park grounds staff are working on the pitch to make sure it is in the best possible condition for the match. However the match referee will have the final say on the game going ahead.

Parking

Please note due to the Wales v Azerbaijan football fixture in the Millennium Stadium, there will be a road closure in operation from the Angel Hotel down to the end of Westgate Street.

The closure is due to start at 2.00pm and will finish at approx 5.30pm.

We are therefore advising members of the media to park in the Sophia Gardens car park and walk over to the Arms Park.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.