Heineken cup news

LEINSTER AND Munster have taken up the full quota by adding three players to their Heineken Cup squads ahead of the quarter-final…

LEINSTER AND Munster have taken up the full quota by adding three players to their Heineken Cup squads ahead of the quarter-final ties against Clermont Auvergne and Northampton, writes GAVIN CUMMISKEY

Blackrock teenager Andrew Conway is joined by South African hooker Richardt Strauss and flanker Paul Ryan for Leinster’s match against Clermont on April 9th.

Munster have also added a hooker, Michael Sherry, and a prop, David Ryan, while fullback/outhalf Scott Deasy’s recent good form is recognised ahead of Northampton’s return to Thomond Park on April 10th.

The Saints have added Wallaby lock Daniel Vickerman.

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Another interesting inclusion sees Sergio Parisse return from injury for Stade Francais’ match away to Toulouse.

Connacht have called up secondrow David Nolan as they prepare for the Challenge Cup quarter-final against Bourgoin on April 10th.

Wasps have added former England captain Phil Vickery and Toulon have re-registered player-coach Tana Umaga (36).