Leinster edged out by Lions despite Gunne treble

United Rugby Championship

Tries: Cronje 2, Mpeku Cons: Smith 3 Pens: Smith 2

Tries: Gunne 3, Smyth Cons: Gabriel 2, H Byrne

Leinster were edged out 27-26 by the Lions in their opening United Rugby Championship game at Ellis Park on Saturday.