Munster and Leinster show top form in B&I Cup

On a weekend when the provinces showed their class in the Heineken Cup, Munster, Ulster and Leinster also had big wins in the British and Irish Cup.

Mon, 10 Dec, 2012 - 00:00

Barry Coughlan

Munster and Leinster now top their respective groups following victories on the road over Rotherham Titans and Jersey, while Ulster remain in second behind Bedford.

The only downside was Connacht Eagles loss to Cross Keys, the Welsh side winning 17-12 at home.

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