O’Connor: Leinster pair ready to face Italy

Leinster 28 Glasgow Warriors 25

O’Connor: Leinster pair ready to face Italy
Mon, 03 Mar, 2014 - 00:00
Declan Rooney

Once again just a score separated the sides as Noel Reid, Darragh Fanning and Ruddock all scored tries for the hosts, who have won 10 of their last 11 league games.

Madigan landed five of his six kicks at goal and O’Connor backed his man to be ready if Jonny Sexton fails to prove his fitness before the Italy clash.

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