Leinster are only one place above the regional side in the RaboDirect PRO12 table and the Dragons will be looking to close the five point gap they lead by with a win on their home soil.
Injury update from head Physiotherapist Ben Searle, ‘Rhys Thomas is progressing from his ankle injury as is Darren Waters with his knee, they are looking to be back in training fully around December. Jack Dixon had surgery on his foot last week and is expected to be out between 4-6 months. Flanker Nic Cudd also is still out with his shoulder injury which he sustained in the clash against Mogliano.
Both Lewis Evans and Matthew Screech suffered knocks to their knees against Ospreys and are both in contention of being named in the team but they will continue to be assessed on a daily basis ahead of Thursday’s team announcement. Pat Leach has progressed very well through his injury and is also continuing to be assessed by the medical team.
Fly half Jason Tovey who suffered a concussion against Bath is back in the squad after fully recovering after his knock.
Backs
Jonathan Evans, Richie Rees, Wayne Evans, Kris Burton, Jason Tovey, Steffan Jones, Lewis Robling, Pat Leach, Adam Hughes, Ashley Smith, Hallam Amos, Tom Prydie, Ross Wardle, Matthew Pewtner, Will Harries, Daniel Evans.
Forwards
Owen Evans, Phil Price, Aaron Coundley, Nathan Williams, Hugh Gustafson, Sam Parry, Dan Way, Nathan Buck, Francisco Chaparro, Adam Jones, Matthew Screech, Rob Sidoli, Jevon Groves, Elliot Dee, Netani Talei, Lewis Evans, Ieuan Jones.
Players not selected through injury
Darren Waters (Knee), T. Rhys Thomas (Ankle), Jack Dixon (Foot), Nic Cudd (Shoulder).
Players on Welsh duty
Toby Faletau & Andrew Coombs.
