Fitzgerald on an upward curve with Leinster

Luke Fitzgerald's standing in Leinster is already on an upward curve as he holds onto his place for the visit of Cardiff Blues to Donnybrook on Saturday evening.

The inclusion of veteran international Denis Hickie means that Gary Brown slips down to the bench with Fitzgerald switching from the left to right wing to retain his place in the side.

Adam Byrnes steps into the second row for the injured Trevor Hogan as the only change in the pack. Keith Gleeson and Reggie Corrigan are named among the replacements.