The return of the Ireland tighthead is a significant boost for Leo Cullen amid the critical phase of the Investec Champions Cup, enhancing tactical options.
Jamie Osborne secures the No 15 shirt, causing a reshuffle in the starting lineup, which now includes Garry Ringrose and Robbie Henshaw as the midfield pairing.
La Rochelle coach Ronan O'Gara makes the bold decision of a 7-1 bench split, featuring the versatile Levani Botia, heightening strategic depth.
With South African wing Dillon Leyds fit and Jonathan Danty injured, La Rochelle is reinforced yet still grappling with recent performance challenges in the Top 14.
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