Schmidt names side for Italian job

Leinster coach Joe Schmidt has named his side for Saturday’s Magners League match against Aironi at the Stadio Luigi Zaffanella, kick-off 2.30pm.

Brian O’Driscoll leads a team which has a blend of youth and experience for the trip to Italy and partners Eoin O’Malley at centre with Fergus McFadden reverting to the right wing.