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Ulster 14 Leinster 42: match report
Leinster power to their third Heineken Cup triumph in four seasons establishing themselves as true giants of the European game.
Full StoryUlster v Leinster: how the players rated in the Heineken Cup at Twickenham
Paul Ackford’s verdict on the players’ performances tonight at Twickenham.
Full StoryLeicester hooker George Chuter insists front-row trench warfare holds key for Premiership final against Quins
Tigers legend George Chute insists front-row battle is crucial if they are to beat Quins in the Premiership final.
Full StoryHarlequins’ long rise: from fancy dans to relegation, form Bloodgate to becoming England’s best team
Head coach John Kingston on how club has overcome scandal and relegation.
Full StoryHeineken Cup final 2012: Johnny Sexton ready to show he belongs on rugby’s biggest stage
Leinster’s man-in-a-crisis ready to graduate to game’s highest level.
Full StoryHeineken Cup final: Ulster and Leinster do battle in grandest Irish adventure
Ulster will dig deep to find the spirit of 1999 against the Heineken’s defending champions Leinster.
Full StoryHeineken Cup final: Stephen Ferris goes into battle once more for Ulster against Leinster
Flanker is a real force of nature and key to his side’s hopes in the Heineken Cup final against Leinster.
Full StoryHeineken Cup final 2012: Leinster might just sneak past Ulster
Will Greenwood: Jonny Sexton and Ruan Pienaar hold the key to beating Ulster in the decider.
Full StoryMike Tindall not on Stuart Lancaster’s radar as England look to 2015 Rugby World Cup
Stuart Lancaster says it’s “unlikely” centre will play again for England as he is named in the Barbarians squad.
Full StoryRugby webchat with Will Greenwood
Join Telegraph rugby columnist for a live webchat ahead of this weekend’s Heineken Cup final.
Full StoryA mighty battle
Leinster may have set the standard, but Stuart Barnes says think twice before betting against Ulster.
Full StoryHarlequins complete journey from pariahs to genuine contenders under Conor O’Shea’s skilful guidance
Mick Cleary: Under skilful guidance of coach Conor O’Shea, Harlequins have gone from pariahs to brink of Premiership title.
Full StoryHeineken Cup final: Will Greenwood vs the clock
Will Greenwood tests himself against the clock ahead of Heineken Cup final between Leinster and Ulster.
Full StoryGeorge Ford happy to bide his time as Leicester reach eighth successive Premiership final
George Ford inspires Leicester to eighth Premiership final but remains second-choice fly-half.
Full StoryRFU report can’t wash away ‘Bloodgate’ stains as Dean Richards claims widespread prevalance
Banned Dean Richards claims practice far more prevalent than RFU report indicates.
Full StoryHeineken Cup 2012: only Ulster can prevent Leinster becoming the undisputed kings of Europe
Victory over Ulster will hand Irish club an incredible third Heineken Cup title in four years.
Full StoryNorthampton paid the price for missing too many players who failed to use their heads and were suspended
Bria Moore: Northampton paid the price for too many of their forwards missing their crucial semi-final clash against Harlequins.
Full StoryIt’s not our job to make sure England prosper, say leading club coaches
Mick Cleary speaks to directors of four clubs in Premiership play-offs.
Full StoryLeicester head coach Matt O’Connor opens the door to attacking future with England
Leicester head coach would relish post only two months after slating side’s attacking game.
Full StoryEngland look to end sevens series on a Twickenham high
New Zealand are virtually assured of the title, but Ben Ryan’s squad promise a weekend spectacular at Twickenham
Full StoryLeicester Tigers 24 Saracens 15: match report
George Ford drives Leicester into a remarkable eighth successive Premiership final as Tigers end Saracens’ reign as champions.
Full StoryStuart Lancaster: England’s tour to South Africa is a stepping stone on journey to 2015 World Cup
For all its experience, England can do well on tough summer tour, says coach Stuart Lancaster.
Full StoryWill Greenwood: I followed Manchester City through thick and thin in the bad old days
Will Greewood: Former England centre has been through the very worst of times with City – in contrast to his young son.
Full StoryHow Harlequins went from also-rans to Premiership title contenders
Will Greenwood Once seen as party-loving City boys, club are now reaping rewards of plan that began a decade ago
Full StoryEngland head coach Stuart Lancaster warns his players to toughen up and toe the line
England head coach warns his players that ill-discipline on tour in South Africa will not be tolerated.
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