Leinster's Australian scrum-half Chris Whitaker is impressed with the work of coach Michael Cheika in bringing in high-quality new players for the season ahead.
The delivery of Wallaby Rocky Elsom, Springbok CJ van der Linde and Auckland's Isa Nacewa have left him optimistic about the season.
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