O'Gara given go-ahead for Stade

Munster Coach Alan Gaffney will have a full squad to select from for the Heineken Cup quarter-final against Stade Francais at Thomond Park on Saturday, as Ronan O'Gara has been given a clean bill of health.

Meanwhile, Leinster and Ireland lock Leo Cullen handed Gary Ella a massive boost when he revealed that he should be in contention for a starting berth against Llanelli on Friday week.

Cullen, who has been sidelined since October 24, when he underwent a shoulder reconstruction operation, looks set to take play some part in the Celtic League tie.

He said: "The greatest lesson that I’ve learned is to appreciate playing while I can. You can take your fitness for granted and there have been times when it has been frustrating watching from the sidelines."