The numbers behind Ulster’s 33-33 draw at Scotstoun point to significant progress: greater control, a more fluent attack and a strong set-piece platform, even if breakdown problems and missed opportunities kept Glasgow in the fight.
The late surge showed what Ulster can do. The first 50 minutes explained why they remain so maddeningly inconsistent.
Home side score three second half tries but it’s not enough
McCann started at number eight just a few short weeks ago, as Ulster came out on top by two points against Edinburgh in a pre-season encounter in the Scottish capital.
Ulster open against Edinburgh on Friday with a deeper squad and hopes of climbing the URC. The Irish News asks an expert panel what to expect this season...
11 men have left the club since last season. Nine have been signed.
Munster and Glasgow reached the knockout stages of last season’s URC
Champions Leinster are back in URC action this Saturday afternoon
Connacht kick off their United Rugby Championship season on Friday night
Ulster kick off their United Rugby Championship season on Friday night
Former Munster says Ulster need to find some consistency this season
