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Munster face tough Heineken Cup opener

Heineken Cup holders Munster have been handed a tough opening to the defence of their title.

Thu, 20 Jul, 2006 - 18:14

Heineken Cup holders Munster have been handed a tough opening to the defence of their title.

They begin on Sunday October 22 away to 2001 and 2002 winners Leicester Tigers.

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