Leinster squad announced, team delayed

Coach Declan Kidney has only been able to name a 24-man Leinster squad for the cross-channel trip to Llanelli Scarlets on Sunday.

Number eight Victor Costello returns from a rib injury. Out-half David Holwell and openside Shane Jennings have also been included after missing out on Leinster's 18-9 win over Connacht last Friday.

The selection from the following squad has been delayed due to medicals and late fitness tests.

LEINSTER SQUAD: (Forwards):G Hickie, D Blaney, R Nebbett, P Coyle, E Byrne, J Lyne, L Cullen, B Gissing, A McCullen, J Heaslip, S Jennings, N Ronan, C Potts, D Dillon, V Costello; (Backs) B O’Riordan, B O’Meara, D McAllister, D Holwell, C Warner, D Hewitt, K Lewis, J McWeeney, J Norton, AN Other.