Cheika wary of French resistance

THERE are reasons to believe that Castres might offer limited opposition in Friday’s return Heineken Cup clash at Stade Pierre-Antoine, but don’t say that within earshot of Leinster coach Michael Cheika.

Mon, 08 Dec, 2008 - 00:00

It would be an understandable conclusion, however; the French have no chance of Heineken Cup progress, have a serious injury crisis and face a battle to remain in the French Top 14.

Castres forward coach Jeremy Davidson said as much in the aftermath of Saturday’s stroll in the park for the Magners League champions at the RDS.

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