Leinster break Zebre’s stubborn resistance to claim bonus-point URC victory

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Brian Deeny of Leinster is tackled by Albert Einstein Batista, left, and Migael Prinsloo of Zebre Parma during the United Rugby Championship match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Despite facing a stubborn resistance from Zebre Parma in the opening 40 minutes of the action, an experimental Leinster side returned to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship this evening with a bonus point triumph over Zebre Parma at the Aviva Stadium.

On a night when no fewer than six Leinster players made their debuts, Joshua Kenny marked his first start for the province by touching down in fine style with just 70 seconds gone on the clock.

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