Hendy and Cooney must stake Lions claim: Murphy

The presence of British and Irish Lions assistant coaches Gregor Townsend and Steve Tandy at Welford Road this evening will offer encouragement to those hoping this Challenge Cup semi-final is a last chance to impress before the touring party is confirmed next week, and Leicester Tigers legend Geordan Murphy believes Ulster pair Iain Henderson and John Cooney are among those needing a big performance to force themselves into the reckoning.