O’Driscoll targets Stephen’s Day return

BRIAN O’DRISCOLL is planning to make his long-awaited return to rugby in Leinster’s Stephen’s Day Celtic League game against Ulster in Ravenhill.

Reports had suggested that the Irish and Lions centre would be included in the province’s squad for Saturday’s Heineken Cup game against Bourgoin at the RDS. Those claims were contradicted yesterday by both Leinster officials and his father and agent Frank.

“At the moment, the plan is for Brian to come back for the Ulster game or the home game against Munster on New Year’s Eve,” said Leinster PRO Peter Breen. “This weekend definitely looks like it will be too soon for him.”