Defending champions are ‘going to be very much underdogs’, says coach Brian Hickey

Mike Ruddock’s side pull away from Garryowen in second half at the Aviva Stadium

Cup specialists Cork Con as Lansdowne close in on double

Munster’s win over Mary’s sees them go top as Trinity beaten by Lansdowne

Lansdowne coach must rebuild side that has lost six of last season’s starting pack

Holders Clontarf left to rue missed opportunities as they are reeled in at the Aviva

Tyrone Moran scores last-gasp try in extra-time at Aviva Stadium

Cork Con pick up losing bonus point that’s enough to move back into top four

Ballynahinch take advantage to move into top four

Vital result for defending champions in Ulster Bank League Division 1A

Mike Ruddock’s side in impressive showing to stay clear at top of table

Cork Con lead the chasing pack after they are held by Old Belvedere