Samcro and Faugheen could potentially clash in a high-class renewal of the Unibet Morgiana Hurdle at Punchestown on Sunday.

Gordon Elliott has already confirmed his intention to send Samcro to the Grade 1 contest – in which he will bid to restore his lofty reputation, having surprisingly been beaten on his return to action at Down Royal.

Winner of this race 12 months ago, former Champion Hurdle hero Faugheen was last seen producing something like his brilliant best over three miles at the Punchestown Festival in April.

He is one of five possibles for trainer Willie Mullins – with Melon, Sharjah, Wicklow Brave and high-class mare Laurina all in the mix.

Punchestown Champion Hurdle victor Supasundae represents Jessica Harrington, with Samcro’s stablemate Tombstone completing the eight entries.