Happy anniversary for Toner

It turned out to be a happy anniversary for Devin Toner as he marked his 50th European appearance with Leinster with a victory over Northampton last night. 

His side travelled to Franklin Gardens and came away with a 37-10 victory. The visitors were helped by the fact that mercurial Dylan Hartley was sent off for a horrendous tackle on Sean O'Brien early in the game. 

Tries from Garry Ringrose, O'Brien, Rory O'Loughlin, Jamison Gibson-Park and Isa Nacewa provided the platform for the victory. Nacewa added on two penalties and two conversions.

This was another milestone achieved by Toner who earlier in the year marked his 175th game in the blue of Leinster.

Toner had a memorable November helping Ireland to wins over New Zealand and Australia.