The same Wales but different as Wayne Pivac era begins
Kiwi will put a greater emphasis on attack as title defence gets underway against Azzurri
Johann van Graan will stick with winning line-up against Edinburgh
Munster dig deep to see off Zebre, and Jack O’Donoghue’s return gives manager options
Jack O’Donoghue to make first start of season for Munster against Zebre
Johann van Graan makes seven changes to squad on back of defeat to Scarlets
Schmidt expecting Carbery and McGrath to continue progress
Despite the experimental line-ups, there is plenty at stake for players on both sides
Setback for O’Brien and Ruddock as Leinster prepare to host Zebre
Brendan Mullin’s son Gavin on the bench for Leo Cullen’s side in Pro14 encounter
Weekend European Champions Cup previews
Holders Saracens name Will Skelton as a replacement for Sale Sharks encounter
Chris Henry back to bolster Ulster’s challenge against Zebre
Province look in good shape to reignite season with victory over depleted Italian side
Greig Laidlaw calls on Scotland to change the tune
Italy know they have to work hard if they want to bounce back after loss to England
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