Ulster's play-off hopes dented

Ulster 24 Cardiff Blues 24: Cardiff Blues dented Ulster’s hopes of making the Guinness PRO12 play-offs when they carved out a share of the points at the Kingspan Stadium last night.

The home side nearly pulled a victory from the jaws of defeat when they finally woke up during a crackling final 10 minutes, but could not force their way past a resolute Blues defence.

Cardiff enjoyed some lightning-quick rucking, with centres Rey Lee-Lo, who grabbed two tries, and Willis Halaholo in particularly devastating form. They deserved all the plaudits.