Front Five - 12.10.17

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of Leinster's European opponents Exeter Chiefs

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...it remains a surprise that another Irish province didn’t do more to try and keep Moore in the country.

Moore refusing to give up hope of playing for Ireland again

Cian Tracey - Irish Independent

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Van Graan has never held a head coach role before, but Jackman sees his arrival as a canny and sensible move by Munster.

Jackman: Johann van Graan in the same mould as Rassie Erasmus

RTÉ Rugby

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"I can't thank people enough. If I could hug everyone, I would,"

Christian Lealiifano opens up on leukaemia and playing at Ulster

Rugby Dump

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"Backs-to-the-wall stuff playing Exeter away from home after a tough travel day, these guys are really keen and ready to go."

Exeter Chiefs a step up for Glasgow Warriors, says coach Mike Blair

Sky Sports

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"Like all of Donncha's stories he doesn't let the truth get in the way of what happened."

Paul O'Connell Clarifies Donncha O'Callaghan's Hilarious 'Batman Begins' Tale

Mikey Traynor - Balls.ie

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