Leinster have named their side for their United Rugby Championship clash against the DHL Stormers. There are several changes from the previous game against the Emirates Lions.
In the starting XV, the back three consist of Henry McErlean, Liam Turner, and Rob Russell, with Charlie Ngatai and Ben Brownlee in the centre positions. Cormac Foley and Sam Prendergast are the chosen halfbacks.
The front row features Michael Milne, John McKee, and Michael Ala’alatoa, with Brian Deeny and Jason Jenkins in the second row. Deeny, who missed out last week due to injury, has recovered well and is selected to start. In the back row, Rhys Ruddock, captain Scott Penny, and Max Deegan complete the pack
Gus McCarthy in line for Leinster debut đŸ§¢ đŸ¤©
Having recently led Blackrock College and @IrishRugby U-20's to success, the @UCDRugby man is set to earn his first Leinster Rugby cap from the bench tomorrow evening.
Go well, Gus! đŸ’ª#FromTheGroundUp #STOvLEI pic.twitter.com/kacD3FOsWV— Leinster Rugby (@leinsterrugby) April 26, 2024
20-year-old Gus McCarthy is poised to make his debut from the bench. The 20-year-old captained the Ireland U-20s that won the Grand Slam in 2023 and reached the World Championship final in South Africa.
Leinster's game against the DHL Stormers will take place in DHL Stadium (KO: 6.05 Irish time, live on TG4 and Premier Sport).
Leinster Lineup vs. Stormers:
- Starting XV:
- Back Three: Henry McErlean, Liam Turner, and Rob Russell
- Centres: Ben Brownlee, Charlie Ngatai
- Half-backs: Sam Prendergast, Cormac Foley
- Front Row: Michael Milne, John McKee, and Michael Ala’alatoa
- Second Row: Brian Deeny, Jason Jenkins
- Back Row: Rhys Ruddock, Scott Penny (captain), Max Deegan
- Replacements: Gus McCarthy, Ed Byrne, Thomas Clarkson, Conor O’Tighearnaigh, Diarmuid Mangan, Fintan Gunne, Charlie Tector, and Martin Moloney
