Leinster v Connacht: Leo Cullen’s side seek festive hat-trick against rivals looking to avoid an unwanted recordLeinster and Connacht lock horns at the Aviva Stadium on SaturdayLeinster's head coach Leo Cullen during squad training at Rosemount in UCD. Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/SportsfileYesterday at 17:02Leinster make nine changes from the side that prevailed in Limerick yet again and even without slated Tadhg Furlong, they are more than well-armed up front and with exemplary halves to allow an interesting back-line to explore talented potential beyond their inexperience.

Source: Irish Independent January 03, 2026 08:32 UTC