Ulster have been awarded a 28-0, four-try, bonus-point win following the cancellation of their Challenge Cup game against South African side Cheetahs in ‘S Hertogenbosch yesterday.

In a statement, ECPR said: “Despite the obvious challenges connected with the playing of this fixture, and noting the incredible efforts of the Toyota Cheetahs and Rugby Nederland to ensure the fixture could take place, it is the hosting club’s responsibility to ensure the match can go ahead; and therefore the match result must be recorded as a 0-28 four-try bonus point win for Ulster Rugby, with five match points being awarded as a consequence, pursuant to EPCR regulations.”

The match was postponed due to snow in the Netherlands. Following a pitch inspection, matchday referee Kevin Bralley decided that the pitch was unplayable.

Ulster fans on social media had criticised the lateness of the announcement, which happened within half an hour of the scheduled kick-off time.