Leinster pull off fine win over ConnachtPA Sport StaffLeinster made it back-to-back interprovincial wins as the United Rugby Championship leaders overcame Connacht 33-12 at Dexcom Stadium. Individual errors made it a night to forget for Connacht, who crossed the whitewash through Sean O’Brien and replacement Cathal Forde. Leinster captain James Ryan had a try ruled out for accidental offside, before Connacht edged their way downfield despite some small kicking gains into a tricky wind. Connacht stalwart Denis Buckley put O’Brien over in the 33rd minute, yet Leinster added a third try before the interval as Snyman picked up a loose ball to score. Deegan powered over five minutes after the restart, as the flanker turned Byrne’s low bouncing pass into a five-pointer.

Source: Irish Independent October 19, 2024 21:51 UTC