Doak helps six-try Ulster open URC season with win in Italy

Scrum-half accuracy in converting five of visitors' tries proves all the difference in pulsating opening-day clash with Zebre
Doak helps six-try Ulster open URC season with win in Italy

RACING IN: Kieran Treadwell of Ulster in action during the United Rugby Championship match between Zebre Parma and Ulster at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi in Parma, Italy. Pic: Massimiliano Carnabuci/Sportsfile

Zebre Parma 36 Ulster 40

Nathan Doak's accuracy from the tee proved decisive as Ulster staged a second-half fightback to beat Zebre Parma 40-36 and get their United Rugby Championship campaign off to a winning start at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi.

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