Munster name squad for Celtic League opener

Munster have named their 32 strong squad for the Celtic League ahead of the opening game next Saturday against Llanelli at Stradey Park.

The players involved with the international squad will be available for the opening round game, but will then miss rounds two to five.

Munster Squad: (Forwards) James Blaney, John Fogarty, Anthony Foley, Mick Galwey, Eddie Halvey, John Hayes, Trevor Hogan, Marcus Horan, Simon Kerr, Denis Leamy, Colm McMahon, Donncha O'Callaghan, Mick O'Driscoll, Warren O'Kelly, Alan Quinlan, Frank Sheahan, Jim Williams (capt).

(Backs) Dominic Crotty, Rob Henderson, Jason Holland, Clinton Huppert, Killian Keane, John Kelly, Mossy Lawlor, Conor Mahony, Dominic Malone, Mike Mullins, Ronan O'Gara, John O'Neill, Mike Prendergast, Jeremy Staunton, Peter Stringer.

Not considered due to injury - Martin Cahill, Paul O'Connell, David Wallace, Anthony Horgan.