Heineken and Challenge Cup dates released

ERC CHIEFS last night announced the dates for next season’s Heineken Cup and European Challenge Cup tournaments.

The competition reverts to its usual October start following the delayed commencement this season due to the World Cup.

2008

Round One: October 10-12.

Round Two: October 17-19.

Round Three: December: 5-7.

Round Four: December 12-14.

2009

Round Five: January 16-18.

Round Six: January 23-25.

Quarter-finals: April 10-11.

Semi-finals: May 1-3.

Finals: May 22-24.