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'You guys love throwing the boot at us' - Leinster's Cullen criticises media
Key takeaways
- New Zealand's Rieko Ioane (celebrating) has been criticised for his consistency since arriving at Leinster, but delivered an impressive display against Toulon
- Leinster boss Leo Cullen says the media "love throwing the boot in" at the Irish province after his side saw off a late fightback from Toulon to reach another Investec Champions Cup final.
- Last year's shock semi-final loss to Northampton Saints in Dublin denied Leinster a fourth straight final in a competition they have not won since 2018.
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New Zealand's Rieko Ioane (celebrating) has been criticised for his consistency since arriving at Leinster, but delivered an impressive display against Toulon
Leinster boss Leo Cullen says the media "love throwing the boot in" at the Irish province after his side saw off a late fightback from Toulon to reach another Investec Champions Cup final.
Last year's shock semi-final loss to Northampton Saints in Dublin denied Leinster a fourth straight final in a competition they have not won since 2018.
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