Leinster relieved to escape Italy with narrow victory over Zebre

The hosts put in a hugely-impressive second-half performance. 

TOUCH DOWN: Rhys Ruddock of Leinster scores his side's second try during the United Rugby Championship match against Zebre Parma at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Zebre 29 Leinster 33 

Leinster were left clinging on for a 33-29 United Rugby Championship victory over Zebre Parma in Italy after last season's bottom side threatened to pull off their first victory over the Irish province.