Injured Ferris’s hopes of facing Sarries fading

The odds of Ulster having Ireland and Lions flanker Stephen Ferris available before their Heineken Cup clash with Saracens in April have lengthened after the latest medical update following surgery on his ankle in December.

A statement said that although the player has made excellent progress in his recovery, some minor issues remain.

Meanwhile, Paddy Wallace will roll back the years when he pulls on the Ulster No 10 jersey for tonight’s clash with Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun.