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Heffernan: 2016 Pro12 final shows we 'can defy odds'

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Heffernan: 2016 Pro12 final shows we 'can defy odds'

Connacht beat Leinster 20-10 in the Pro12 final in 2016. Five of the players involved in that game are involved with the current team. Dave Heffernan came on as a replacement in their victory. Paul Boyle was watching the game at home with his dad. Connacht are playing Leinsster in Heineken Champions Cup round-of-16 first-leg on Friday at 8pm. Leisster are 12-point favourites. Paul is looking to emulate the success of Connachts' previous team in this competition.

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