Battle of the backs means a classic could be on the cards

LEINSTER’S galacticos may have a reputation as the most exciting back division in Europe but tomorrow they face a young Gloucester unit that is a serious pretender to their throne.

Unbeaten in the Guinness Premiership, Gloucester displayed their full box of tricks in the compelling derby against close rivals Worcester last weekend.

Hard as nails up front and blessed with running talent behind the scrum, Dean Ryan’s side scored three tries in the 33-24 away victory.