Three penalties from Brian O'Meara and a try from Christian Warner was not enough to save Leinster from a 35-14 Celtic League drubbing by Gwent Dragons at Rodney Parade this evening.
Tries from inspirational South African Percy Montgomery, Gavin Tuipuluto, Sean Van Rensberg and Adam Black ensured that the dominant home side captured a bonus point.
Gary Ella had lost ten of his original squad to national duty, and injuries to other key players contributed to a much-weakened Leinster performance on the night.
Alan Sullivan's Ulster side went top of the League with a 10-9 victory over Llanelli Scarlets at Ravenhill.
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Munster defeated the Borders 29-21 at Musgrave Park.