Leinster 47-21 Bath: Hosts knock Premiership leaders out of Investec Champions Cup
The Premier League’s top side will face off in Dublin for a mouth-watering showdown with the United Rugby Championship leaders.
Bath knew defeat would cost them any promotion hopes and it was clear they were unwilling to rely on results elsewhere to decide their fate.
Ted Hill’s furious run gave Barbeary the advantage before De Glanville fired in Finn Russell’s shot against Leinster Leinster’s defense tried to further pacify the Dublin crowd after causing havoc.
Leinster have won all their games this season and come into the game fresh off an away win at La Rochelle.
The Irish provincials got into action and Hanshaw finished sharply with two tries – the second set up by a sharp pair of hands from New Zealand center Jordie Barrett.
The four-time champions, renowned for their impressive wins over opponents in Dublin, were frustrated by Bath’s performance until captain Conan forced his way past to take the lead, with Obanor in the dustbin.
Despite the player’s poor form, Ollie Lawrence produced a moment of magic, breaking through the Leinster defense to set up De Granville’s second goal and an unexpected equalizer on the stroke of half-time. lead.
Leo Cullen’s side took internationals Kellan Dorris and Snyman off the bench early in the second half, which showed how well the visitors were able to suppress attack.
Snyman’s brilliant offloading helped South Africa gain ground before stretching and finishing the score he had started.
Substitutes improved Leinster’s scrum, with Obanor subsequently receiving two penalties and another yellow card.
The Premier League side will have a tough task dealing with Leinster’s bench, which includes eight international players, and will have too much to do following Obanor’s sacking.
After being beaten in each of the past three Champions League finals, Leinster are hoping their newfound depth can make a difference this year.
