Ulster finally starting to win the mind game

The arrival of sports psychologist Darren Devaney in the summer is already having an impact, says Nick Timoney

Ulster's Nick Timoney and Peni Ravai of Clermont

For the last 12 months or more Nick Timoney has dedicated himself to the psychological side of his game and believes the improvements he has made will ensure he doesn’t end his career with a load of regrets.

The two-time Leinster Schools Cup winner has admitted he doesn’t want to clock up the caps over many years with Ulster and not win silverware. That is his, and the team’s, sole focus now.