Cardiff dig in to frustrate Leinster after first-half bonus point

Cardiff Rugby suffered a 29-5 defeat against Leinster at the newly refurbished RDS in the United Rugby Championship. The reigning champions secured a bonus-point win with five tries, including early scores from Hugo Keenan, Jimmy O'Brien, and Jack Conan. Mason Grady scored Cardiff's sole try during the first half as the home side established a 22-5 advantage before the interval.

Cardiff displayed defensive resolve in the second half, limiting Leo Cullen's side to a single late try from Jamie Osborne. Cardiff rested number eight Taulupe Faletau ahead of their upcoming Champions Cup fixture against Northampton Saints, while coach Van Zyl highlighted the team's late fightback despite costly unforced errors.