Ulster name injury returns for Challenge Cup final vs Montpellier

Ulster will face Montpellier in the European Challenge Cup final on Friday night in Bilbao, with head coach Richie Murphy naming a squad boosted by the return of key players from injury. The match kicks off at 8 p.m. Irish time at San Mamés Stadium.

Ireland winger Robert Baloucoune has been passed fit to start on the right wing, marking his first appearance for the province since suffering an elbow injury during Ireland's Six Nations match against Scotland in March. His quicker-than-expected recovery provides a significant boost to Ulster's attack. He joins top try-scorer Zac Ward on the left wing and fullback Michael Lowry in the back three.

The team is without several experienced players due to injury and suspension. Captain Iain Henderson is suspended, while Jacob Stockdale, Stuart McCloskey, and Rob Herring are sidelined with injuries. In Henderson's absence, Ireland flanker Nick Timoney will captain the side.

There are four changes to the team that defeated Exeter in the semifinal. In the front row, Australian international Angus Bell starts at loosehead prop in his final match before returning to Australia, with Irish internationals Tom Stewart and Tom O'Toole completing...