Seven tries but far from satisfying for Leinster in Euro opener

Leo Cullen's side exploded out of the blocks against a poor Bath side at the Aviva Stadium but found it harder to maintain that form as the game went on

Leinster Rugby's Cian Healy is tackled by Bath Rugby's Ewan Richards during the Heineken Champions Cup match at Aviva Stadium, Dublin. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire 

European Champions Cup: Leinster 45 Bath 20

The detour from URC to Europe is supposed to represent a steep rise in gradient. Opponents are expected to pose a greater danger. Not here. Leinster's first Champions Cup tie of the campaign was every bit as routine as any they have dominated in their 'domestic' league.