Lansdowne pass massive test

LANSDOWNE 23 YOUNG MUNSTER 19: Lansdowne came through a huge test of their Ulster Bank League title credentials as they edged out Young Munster 23-19 in an absorbing Division 1A semi-final that went to extra-time on Saturday.

The May 9 decider between Lansdowne and defending champions Clontarf is set for the main pitch at the Aviva Stadium — the scene of Lansdowne’s epic victory over Munsters where a last-gasp try from hooker Tyrone Moran proved all-important for Mike Ruddock’s men.

It was a heartbreaking finish for the Cookies who came into the play-offs as 10/1 outsiders for the league title, but they coped well with two first half yellow cards and Gearoid Lyons’ reliable boot had them within touching distance of the final both in normal time and extra-time.