Ulster side to face Dragons named

Fresh from international duty, Kevin Maggs will line out for Ulster against Gwent Dragons in the Celtic League at Rodney Parade on Friday.

Maggs contributed to Ireland's dismissal of Scotland last Saturday and also became a father for the first time during the week.

David Humphreys and Tommy Bowe will also return, as will the on-form Matt McCullough, who has recovered from a foot injury.

ULSTER (v Dragons): Bryn Cunningham; Tommy Bowe, Paul Steinmetz, Kevin Maggs, Tyrone Howe; David Humphreys, Kieran Campbell; Simon Best, Rory Best, Rod Moore, Gary Longwell, Matt McCullough, Campbell Feather (Capt), Neil Best, Roger Wilson.

Replacements: Paul Shields, Ronan McCormack, Rowan Frost, Gavin Pfister; (and three from) Reece Spee, Adam Larkin, Scott Young, Shane Stewart.