Cullen trusts youngsters to perform

Leinster forwards coach Leo Cullen has no qualms about putting the province’s youngsters up against Northampton Saints at Franklin’s Gardens today.

Coach Matt O’Connor has named a largely academy side, backed by the experienced half-back pairing of Isaac Boss and Jimmy Gopperth, for today’s pre-season game.

Cullen wants the youngsters to show they can represent Leinster at this level.