Humphreys returns for Ulster

David Humphreys returns from a toe injury as the only change to the Ulster side to face Connacht on Saturday at Ravenhill.

Coach Mark McCall has, however, made several changes to his substitutes bench for the vital Celtic League clash.

Captain Andy Ward takes a place on the bench as he returns from injury, as does Paul Shields, at the expense of Matt Mustchin and Nigel Brady.

Adam Larkin makes way for Humphreys pushing paddy Wallace out of the squad.

Rory Best has been retained at hooker, while Neil Best has passed a late fitness test and starts in his accustomed position in the back row.