Leamy looking to stake claim for regular Test spot

After playing second fiddle to Ulster blindside Stephen Ferris for the best part of two years Denis Leamy is looking forward to a rare start in the number six jersey for Ireland against Manu Samoa on Saturday.

“It’s great to be back in the starting line-up, it’s been a while - I’m delighted to be back and it’s a great opportunity to run out in the Aviva Stadium with all the boys." he said.