A powerfully-built tighthead prop who continues to improve his game, Brisbane-born TOM COURT made his Ireland debut as a replacement against Italy earlier this year.

Just three years ago, Court arrived in Belfast to begin his contract with Ulster and even played for Ireland 'A' at the inaugural Churchill Cup before he had his first run-out for Ulster.

The Grand Slam squad member, whose grandfather was born in Limerick and family all orginate from Mayo, came to rugby late whilst studying at the University of Queensland.

Noted as one of Australia's best shot putters before he turned his attention to the oval ball, he had stints with the Queensland Reds, Manawatu and Pertemps Bees before linking up with Ulster, for whom he has excelled this past season.