Munster do the improbable in securing B&I slot

MUNSTER took the last qualification spot in the British and Irish Cup courtesy of Leinster yesterday.

Munster do the improbable in securing B&I slot
Mon, 19 Dec, 2011 - 00:00
Moseley 0 Munster A 29 Barry Coughlan

The men in red secured a bonus-point win over Moseley on Saturday but needed Leinster to stop London Welsh from picking up a bonus point and hope Bedford didn’t claim a victory.

The miracle was completed when Leinster drew 24-24 in Dublin and Bedford were held 25-25 by Llanelli.

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