The elite Irish province started their dominance in 2009 and will be desperate to put out a statement of intent against Northampton Saints
A tantalising European opportunity has been squandered, but the proud province are intent on defending their URC title.
With the August 28 deadline now passed for the final submission by all 20 teams of their 33-strong squads travelling to France, the names of the 660 players who will be involved at Rugby World Cup 2023 have been confirmed.