Jack Conan: 'Week of mixed emotions, highs and lows, distractions, everything else'

Deputising for the injured Caelan Doris as both team captain and Leinster’s starting No 8, Conan played a pivotal role during a blistering start to Saturday’s action from the Blues.

ROLLERCOASTER WEEK: Leinster’s Jack Conan has to overcame the disappointment of losing the Champions Cup semi-final after being picked for the British and Irish Lions to a 71 point victory over Zebre. Pic: ©INPHO/Billy Stickland

URC: Leinster 76 Zebre Parma 5

Following a week of mixed emotions from his own perspective, Jack Conan returned to the Aviva Stadium on Saturday to play his part in Leinster's record 71-point victory over Zebre Parma in the United Rugby Championship.