Ulster have delayed naming their team to take on Connacht in the Magner's League clash at the Sportsground on Friday.

Coach Mark McCall has, however, confirmed a 23-man squad with the notable omissions of wingers Tommy Bowe and Mark Bartholomeusz.

Both players suffered hamstring injuries in last weekend's defeat to Munster. Andrew Maxwell and Scott Young have been drafted in as cover.

McCall will name his team on Thursday at 12 noon.

The match kicks-off at 7.30pm on Friday.

Ulster Squad

Backs: Bryn Cunningham; Andrew Maxwell; Scott Young; Paul Steinmetz; Kevin Maggs; Paddy Wallace; Andrew Trimble;  David Humphreys; Isaac Boss; Kieran Campbell

Forwards: Justin Fitzpatrick; Bryan Young; Declan Fitzpatrick; Rory Best; Paul Shields; Justin Harrison, Matt McCullough, Tim Barker; Stephen Ferris, Neil Best; Kieron Dawson, Neil McMillan, Roger Wilson