Joe Simpson’s two breathtaking tries had given English side early advantage

Gloucester can go ahead of Munster with victory over English rivals on Friday

If Van Graan’s side deliver, Thomond will again seem an imposing fortress to Gloucester

A look at the 20 sides in the 2018-19 Heineken Cup who are bidding for the ultimate prize

Cipriani made his Gloucester debut in a 40-31 pre-season friendly victory over the Dragons

Irish lock wins man of the match award as Welsh side boost quarter-final hopes

Welsh side already without key players ahead of pivotal Champions Cup fixture

Lion has recovered from a groin injury and will feature for Saracens against Ospreys

Toulon double-header next on European menu for Leo Cullen’s stuttering side

Sarries become the first side to win title after finishing outside the league’s top two

Rory’s got one intention at the Masters, Shane Lowry’s loving his first trip to Augusta, Bubba’s love/hate affair, McFadden grateful for Banahan heads up, Andy Lee’s going box office

Leinster winger respects the concern showed by his opposite number Matt Banahan

Ian Madigan penalties prove decisive but home side rarely looked like scoring try

Champions Cup quarter-final clash at Aviva has all the ingredients of an epic