Cheika opts for experience

LEINSTER have included internationals Kevin McLaughlin, Sean O’Brien, Shane Jennings, Eoin Reddan and Jonathan Sexton in their squad for Saturday’s Magners League clash with Scarlets at the RDS (6.30pm).

And coach Michael Cheika expects the quartet to play some role in the crucial clash.

“They will all be involved (this weekend). A top four place is our target at this stage because we have to be realistic about the players we are missing, etc. Every step now is a step closer to the semi-finals.”