Williams set to miss Castres clash

Ulster’s dynamic number eight Nick Williams is set to miss tomorrow night’s Heineken Cup opener against Castres at Ravenhill.

The big New Zealand bruiser damaged a rib cartilage during last week’s derby against Connacht, and is also a doubt for the trip to Glasgow in the second round.

The former Munster player has been a revelation since his return to Ireland and has blossomed under senior coach Mark Anscombe who helped develop his early career with North Harbour.