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14 weeks later: Can Nienaber's defence carry Leinster past La Rochelle?
The South African was brought in to help with the big games like Saturday’s.
Back in action
'She got her head down and worked hard' - Moloney earns bench spot after long-awaited return
Leader
Ireland-capped centre Hume's influence continues to grow in Ulster
The 25-year-old was slowed up by a groin injury in 2022 but has returned to strong form.
Donnacha Ryan
La Rochelle embracing Fota boot camp as they go 'Fireman Mode' for quarter-final
‘When you kinda get to know where a guy grew up, you get to know him a lot more too.’
column
La Rochelle seek to absorb Rebel county then travel to Dublin as continuity Cork
Ronan O’Gara knows European champions need an injection of Corkness to give them the edge against Leinster.
Selection
The case for Leinster to pick Connors and a 6/2 bench
Leo Cullen and Jacques Nienaber have important decisions to confirm on Friday afternoon.
The Future
So what next for Munster after their Champions Cup exit?
Graham Rowntree and co. are convinced the best is yet ahead for the province.
Freerugby weekly extra
Jackman: Nienaber can swing fine margins in Leinster's favour against powerful La Rochelle
Bernard Jackman believes doubts will persist about Leinster until they can routinely beat power-based teams like ROG’s Rochelais.
rematch
This could be the week that defines Leinster's season
La Rochelle are coming back to Dublin for a massive Champions Cup quarter-final clash.
Analysissickened
Munster had little luck but regrets in Northampton feel too familiar
Errors allowed Northampton to prosper, while sickness-hit Munster struggled in the final quarter.
french exam
Bundee Aki stars on birthday as Connacht come from behind to beat Pau
Connacht set-up a Challenge Cup quarter-final clash against Benetton in Treviso next Sunday.
