Solomons picks strong Ulster side

Coach Alan Solomons has picked a strong side for Ulster's opening game of the season against Bedford at Ravenhill on Friday evening.

Out-half Adam Larkin and hooker Matt Sexton will try to push their claims for regular inclusion and former South African tight head Robbis Kempson will start on the bench.

ULSTER (v Bedford): Bryn Cunningham; James Topping, Ryan Constable, Jonathan Bell, Jan Cunningham; Adam Larkin, Kieran Campbell; Justin Fitzpatrick, Matt Sexton, Clem Boyd, Mark Blair, Jeremy Davidson, Andy Ward (capt), Neil McMillan, Russell Nelson.