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Keenan Returns for Leinster-Edinburgh Clash

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After battling injuries for 18 months, Hugo Keenan is finally ready to make his mark on the season. The full-back returned in Leinster's defeat to Glasgow on March 21 after missing the Six Nations with a fractured thumb. "It only feels like my season's getting going now," Keenan admitted, despite being an Irish supporter celebrating their Triple Crown success.

Leinster has endured an inconsistent campaign, sitting fourth in the URC table, nine points behind leaders Glasgow. Jamie Osborne stepped into the number 15 jersey during Keenan's absence and made a significant impact. The province faces Edinburgh in the European Champions Cup last 16 at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on Sunday [17:30 BST] with knockout rugby requiring improved performances.

The recent bonus-point victory over Scarlets offers encouragement as Leinster looks to build momentum. "We definitely know we've got a lot more in us," Keenan acknowledged. With the Champions Cup offering their best chance for silverware this season, Leinster cannot afford the sloppy displays that have hampered their URC campaign during the crucial knockout stages.