Bruff scored two superb tries on their way to handing out a notable 25-5 defeat to Ballymena in the opening round of Division 1B this afternoon.

Blackrock College 41 Ballymena 24

A 49-man squad has been named to prepare for the first AIB Club International between Ireland and England Counties on Friday, February 23.

A 49-man squad for the first AIB Club International between Ireland and England Counties on Friday, February 23 has been named today.

The Irish under-21s will have their first competitive outings this season when they take on two French regional selections in Paris.