Front Five - 17.01.17

Start your day with five eye-catching egg-chasing quotes & links from around the ruggersphere.

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Leinster v Montpellier writeup

Steyn was at best reckless.

Stuart Lancaster believes Sexton was targeted – but not maliciously

Johnny Watterson - Irish Times

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Springbok flanker Arno Botha and Connacht scrum-half John Cooney will join the northern province this summer

Ulster look to change script with new signings

Ruaidhri O'Connor - Irish Independent

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One of Stander’s standout moments since he arrived at Munster...was the 2014 quarter-final home win over Toulouse

CJ Stander warns there’s life left in enigmatic Racing 92

Simon Lewis - Irish Examiner

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...if Toulouse manage to beat Pat Lam's side, it gets very messy

What Do Connacht Need To Do To Qualify From Their Pool?

David Kent - Balls.ie

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Despite being in the twilight of his career, there is certainly plenty left in the tank to give opponents a serious cause for concern.

Toulon’s Ma’a Nonu Goes Vintage Nonu And Destroys Five Sale Defenders

Gary Brennan - Pundit Arena

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