Out-half Bill Johnston to make Ulster debut

The 22-year-old Tipperary-native, who scored 29 points in 12 Munster appearances, replaces Billy Burns.

Out-half Bill Johnston to make Ulster debut
Fri, 04 Oct, 2019 - 13:24
Stephen Barry

New signing Bill Johnston will make his Ulster debut at out-half against the Toyota Cheetahs tomorrow (5.15pm Irish time).

The 22-year-old Tipperary-native, who scored 29 points in 12 Munster appearances, replaces Billy Burns in the only change to Dan McFarland's matchday squad from their 38-14 Pro14 victory over Ospreys.

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