Leinster makes three changes for URC final against Bulls
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:14 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Leinster will face the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship final on June 17 at Croke Park. Captain Caelan Doris is fit to play, while Tadhg Furlong returns for his first start since April. The team has made three changes, with Jerry Cahir replacing the injured Andrew Porter and Tommy O'Brien returning on the right wing. Leinster aims to defend its title after a recent loss in the Champions Cup and previously defeated the Bulls 32-7 in last year's final.
- •Leinster plays Bulls in URC final at Croke Park.
- •Doris is fit to captain the team.
- •Furlong starts for the first time since April.
- •Cahir replaces injured Porter in the lineup.
- •Leinster aims to defend their title after last year's win.
- 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Leinster make three changes for Bulls URC final
- 2:12 PMBBC Sport — Leinster make three changes for Bulls URC final
"Leinster captain Caelan Doris is fit to start Friday's United Rugby Championship final against the Bulls as Tadhg Furlong returns to the line-up.
"Leinster captain Caelan Doris is fit to start Friday's United Rugby Championship final against the Bulls as Tadhg Furlong returns to the line-up.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 2:14 PMLeinster make three changes for Bulls URC final
Leinster captain Caelan Doris is fit to start Friday's United Rugby Championship final against the Bulls as Tadhg Furlong returns to the line-up.
- BBC SportJun 17, 2026, 2:12 PMLeinster make three changes for Bulls URC final
Leinster captain Caelan Doris is fit to start Friday's United Rugby Championship final against the Bulls as Tadhg Furlong returns to the line-up.
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