Options limited but back row still strong

Munster’s Heineken Cup back-row assault against Edinburgh is almost certain to be led by Peter O’Mahony, James Coughlan and Tommy O’Donnell.

Niall Ronan, suffering from head and neck injuries, is still considered up to three weeks away from full fitness while CJ Stander is illegible for Heineken Cup duty and Sean Dougall will be involved with Munster in the British and Irish Cup clash against Aberavon tomorrow.