Hume returns for Ulster; Leinster, Munster make lineup changes

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:15 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Hume returns for Ulster; Leinster, Munster make lineup changes

Summary

James Hume and Rob Herring will make their season debuts for Ulster in their United Rugby Championship match against the Stormers on Saturday at 12:45 GMT. Ulster seeks its first league win this season after three losses and two draws. Leinster is set to face Connacht with a revamped lineup, featuring only Joey Carbery from the previous week's start against Munster. Munster, hosting the Sharks at 17:30 GMT, has made seven changes, including the debut of Rob Russell due to injury concerns. Both Leinster and Connacht have significantly altered their rosters following the previous interprovincial match.

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Key Details

•James Hume and Rob Herring return for Ulster's match against Stormers.
•Leinster faces Connacht with mostly new starters after recent match.
•Rob Russell to debut for Munster against Sharks on Saturday.
•Ulster seeks first league win of the season, currently with three losses.
•Both Connacht and Leinster make significant lineup changes due to international duty.

Latest Updates

3:15 PMBBC Sport — Hume returns, Leinster change 14 & Russell makes Munster bow

What they're saying

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James Hume and Rob Herring will both make their first appearances of the season when Ulster face the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
— BBC Sport

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