Collins back to face Ulster

Ospreys back-row Jerry Collins will make it back to play against Ulster on the opening round of the Magner’s League despite double surgery in the off-season.

The former All Black underwent operations on long standing knee and shoulder problems and was initially expected to be back playing for their opening Heineken Cup game against Toulon.

"I've just done what was pretty much my first full on week of training and at this stage the knee and the shoulder feel on track," revealed Collins.

"I think anyone will tell you that when the body isn't used to running around that you tend to worry about the bad stuff more, the little niggly stuff that you want to steer clear of before you get on to the pitch, but I'm feeling pretty good at the moment."

Ospreys Physio Chris Towers confirmed that Collins has been cleared to play.

"Jerry was reintroduced to full rugby training last week without any problems and he will now be considered available for selection this weekend should the coaches feel that he is required," he said.