Power of Leinster's bench press sends out warning to Europe's elite

When push came to shove, it was the impact of Leinster’s bench - packed with a plethora of international superstars - that proved the telling difference for the four-times champions.

Jordie Barrett of Leinster celebrates after scoring his side's third try. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Champions Cup: Bristol Bears 12 Leinster 35

LEINSTER sent their own ‘red warning’ to Europe’s elite as they kicked off their Champions Cup campaign with a resounding 35-12 victory against Bristol at Ashton Gate.