Hickie to play full back for Leinster

Denis Hickie has been relocated to full back for Leinster for their Celtic League clash with Border Reivers at Donnybrook on Friday evening.

Thu, 26 Jan, 2006 - 14:01

Denis Hickie has been relocated to full back for Leinster for their Celtic League clash with Border Reivers at Donnybrook on Friday evening.

It is a strong-looking lie-up considering Leinster are short their 6 Nations players. Robert Kearney and Felipe Contepomi are selected in a quality backline.

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