Leinster handed tough opener

THE CELTIC League has finally unveiled the fixtures for next season after a summer of wrangling.

Sat, 16 Jul, 2005 - 01:00
Michael Moynihan

Celtic League champions The Ospreys open the defence of their title with the visit of Leinster on the first weekend in September.

Munster, with returning coach Declan Kidney at the helm, open their season at home against Borders.

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