Heaslip ready to face Wasps hero Dallaglio

LEINSTER number eight Jamie Heaslip’s admiration for Wasps’ Lawrence Dallaglio is obvious, but that doesn’t extend to being in awe of the English rugby icon.

In just over 18 months, Heaslip is set to win his 50th provincial cap and will be involved in one of the biggest games of his career at High Wycombe on Saturday — facing up to a man who had a huge influence on his career.

Heaslip said last year’s Heineken Cup semi-final clash with Munster was the experience of a lifetime, but said this clash against London Wasps would rank alongside it.