Challenge Cup: Ulster hold on to secure top spot despite second-half Stade Francais comeback 

Despite leading 26-0 at the halfway point, Ulster failed to score a single point in the second half as Stade, possessing the more powerful bench, chipped away at the province’s lead and came close to denying them their prize.

Nathan Doak of Ulster celebrates. Pic: John Dickson/Sportsfile

Challenge Cup: Ulster 26 Stade Francais 19 

Ulster made sure of topping Pool Three in the Challenge Cup and home ties going forward in the last 16 and should they make the quarter-finals, but this was no easy task.