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In video: Ireland's European hopefuls look forward to Heineken Cup bid

It starts here for all four Irish provinces as they prepare for the European Cup kick-off.

THE LAUNCH OF the 17th edition of the Heineken Cup took place at Dublin’s Convention Centre today.

And some of the great and good of Irish rugby headed to the capital’s docklands to preview the return of Europe’s premium club competition.

After his return from New Zealand, Leo Cullen talked about how he’s made the transition from Rugby World Cup to Heineken Cup.

Paul O’Connell reflects on the dog fight that is the the group stages and Connacht’s John Muldoon discusses realising the dream of playing European Cup rugby.

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