Pucciariello to start for Munster on Friday night

Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan decision to call up Tony Buckley for the ill Simon Best has led to the last minute promotion of Federico Pucciariello onto Munster's tight-head side of the scrum for tomorrow's clash with Newport-Gwent Dragons at Rodney Parade.

Munster coach Kidney said: "Obviously, we are delighted for Tony. It's a great honour for him and he travels with the best wishes of everyone in the squad."