Williams names side for Connacht Clash

Justin Fitzpatrick and Carlo Del Fava are the only two changes to the starting line up with Bryan Young and Ryan Caldwell named on the bench. Williams said this of being able to include the Italian lock,

"It is great to have Carlo back; he had a great 6 Nations and is a talented big physical guy. With Ryan's fiancée giving birth to their daughter Ella this week we decided to have him on the bench and I have no doubt he will make a big impact when he comes onto the pitch"

Williams continued, "It is good to have Justin Fitzpatrick back in back in the team, he is full of experience and we will need it in this game"

There are no changes in the backline with Williams adding, "We have kept the backline the same for this game, we have had an eye on this fixture over the last few games and the combinations are working well in the backline"

Williams who has the upmost respect for Connacht said this of the Western province, "Connacht are a very smart team and will play every break down, they are in front of the kicker at every re start and will try to take every inch of advantage. We need the referee to give us a fair go; we need the breakdown and off side laws to be really refereed"

Ulster Rugby Team Sponsor Bank of Ireland recognise the importance of this game and the impact that the 16th man can on the team and will be giving the world famous Ravenhill Roar a boost tomorrow night by handing out over two thousand "Mega Phones" at the gate.

Tickets for this match are still available for the Promenade and the Terrace and can be purchased online, from the Ravenhill ticket office, the ticket line 028 9049 3222 (select option 2) or from all usual outlets please find a full list below.

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Ulster Team: (15-9) B Cunningham; T Bowe, A Trimble, P Wallace, M Bartholomeusz; N O'Connor, I Boss; (1-8) J Fitzpatrick, R Best (Capt), T Court, J Harrison, C Del Fava, M McCullough, K Dawson, S Ferris

Replacements: (16-22) N Brady, B Young, R Caldwell, N Best, P Marshall, R Dewey, M McCrea