Leinster produces remarkable fightback to preserve unbeaten season against Emirates Lions

Leinster’s youngsters proved their mettle yet again as they fought back from a 14-point deficit to secure a draw against the Ospreys in the final game of their unbeaten season. Despite missing a number of key players, the young squad showed incredible resilience and determination to maintain their unbeaten record, cementing their place as one of the most promising teams in European rugby. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the remarkable fightback that saw Leinster’s young guns secure a hard-fought draw against tough opponents.


Leinster’s unbeaten season continues after a remarkable comeback against Emirates Lions in Johannesburg. In a fiercely contested game and challenging conditions due to altitude, Leinster managed to edge past the Lions 39-36 after being tied at 36-36 at the 80-minute mark. Debutant Sam Prendergast kicked the winning penalty from close range after a sensational 50-22 by full-back Chris Cosgrave allowed Leinster to reach the Lions’ line. Despite the Lions breaching Leinster’s inexperienced defence four times, the visitors took home the win. Leinster’s dominance in possession and quick reflexes with the ball enabled them to overcome the physical dominance of the Lions, who led by 15 points in the second half. Prendergast was instrumental in keeping Leinster ticking and showed glimpses of talent he paraded in Ireland U20s’ Grand Slam campaign. The game was a testament to Leinster’s resilience as they refused to give up even when they were reduced to 13 men after Nick McCarthy and Cosgrave were each sin-binned. Leinster’s final regular-season fixture of the season will be against the Bulls in Pretoria. Leinster’s scorers included Vakh Abdaladze, Liam Turner, Michael Milne, Rob Russell, and Chris Cosgrave. The victory maintains Leinster’s undefeated position in the United Rugby Championship season.


Leinster’s youngsters have proven that they are capable of preserving their unbeaten season with a remarkable fightback. The team’s determination, resilience, and grit were on full display as they overcame adversity and emerged victorious against a strong opponent. This win is a testament to their hard work and dedication, and it bodes well for the future of the team. With such talented and passionate players, Leinster fans can look forward to many more exciting and inspiring performances in the seasons to come.