Leinster lose URC opener as Glasgow finish with flourish

With seven members of Scotland's World Cup squad in their team, hosts eventually shake off resilient Leinster in high-scoring affair 
Leinster lose URC opener as Glasgow finish with flourish

GLUM BEGINNINGS: Leinster captain Scott Penny leads his team off the pitch after their defeat in the United Rugby Championship match between Glasgow Warriors and Leinster at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Glasgow 43 Leinster 25

A Glasgow side containing seven members of Scotland's Rugby World Cup squad were pushed all the way by Leinster before eventually securing a bonus-point 43-25 win in round one of the BKT United Rugby Championship.

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