Ulster however, will be more than up to the challenge with pre-season preparations, including a week-long training camp in St Andrews, Scotland, going well and there's a real buzz amongst the squad as they look forward the new season.

McCall is expected to name his team for the match early next week. At this time the two Justins, Fitzpatrick and Harrison will both be making themselves available for selection so it could be a first chance for supporters to get a look at the two big additions to Ulster's pack.

Season Ticket holders are reminded that if they wish to go to this game, then they will need to purchase tickets as their season pass does not cover the two friendlies. Tickets are available to buy online at www.ulsterrugby.com, from Ravenhill and ticket outlets, SS Moores, Athletics Sotres, Eden Park, Eurosport (Lisburn), Donaghys (Banbridge) and ViSport (Montgomery Road, Belfast).