Cardiff’s Taulupe Faletau fit for Friday’s trip to Ulster in URC

Cardiff’s Taulupe Faletau is set to make his long-awaited return to the pitch after recovering from a broken arm sustained during Wales’ Rugby World Cup game against Georgia. The 33-year-old number eight has been named in the starting lineup for Cardiff’s upcoming match against Ulster in the United Rugby Championship (URC) on Friday.

Faletau’s return is a major boost for Cardiff, who have struggled in recent matches with five straight league defeats. Head coach Matt Sherratt expressed his excitement at having Faletau back in the team, highlighting his world-class talent and leadership qualities.

The match against Ulster will be a crucial one for Cardiff, as they currently sit in 12th place in the URC table. A win against Ulster, who are in the eighth and final play-off place, could help Cardiff climb up the standings and improve their chances of making the playoffs.

Ulster, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from a series of losses in their recent URC games. With only five points separating fifth to 11th place in the table, every match is crucial for teams vying for a playoff spot.

Both teams will be eager to secure a victory in Friday’s match at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast. Cardiff will be hoping that Faletau’s return will provide the spark they need to turn their season around and secure a much-needed win on the road. Fans can catch all the action live on BBC Two Wales and BBC Northern Ireland.