A major talking point for the Leinster team is captain Dan Sheehan starting at number eight for the first time.

The Ireland hooker moves into the back row as Leo Cullen makes four changes to the side that beat Clermont Auvergne last weekend.

Jamison Gibson-Park makes his first appearance of the season at scrum-half, while Joey Carbery earns his first start since rejoining Leinster.

Ronan Kelleher comes into the starting XV at hooker, with Jamie Osborne also selected in midfield alongside Robbie Henshaw.

There is plenty of experience in the Leinster side, but Sheehan's new role is certainly one to watch as the hosts look to get the better of their provincial rivals.

Leinster: Hugo Keenan; Tommy O'Brien, Jamie Osborne, Robbie Henshaw, Jimmy O'Brien; Joey Carbery, Jamison Gibson-Park; Andrew Porter, Ronan Kelleher, Tadhg Furlong; Joe McCarthy, James Ryan; Ryan Baird, Josh Van der Flier, Dan Sheehan (capt).

Replacements: G McCarthy, Usanov, Clarkson, O'Tighearnaigh, Penny, Gunne, Gabriel, Tector.