Kidney springs a few surprises for Leinster clash with Cardiff

DECLAN KIDNEY has selected a solid-looking side for his first competitive match in charge of Leinster.

The former Munster coach and Irish assistant has been able to spring a few surprises in his opening selection against Cardiff, despite being without 10 players who are on international conditioning duty.

In the back-line, Australian Christian Warner is selected to play at 13 instead of his preferred position of out-half, with Clontarf youngster Dave McAllister instead getting the nod at number 10.