Scarlets Upset Leinster 35-22, Boost Playoff Hopes

Scarlets achieved a significant 35-22 victory over league leaders Leinster in the United Rugby Championship, marking their first win against the Irish side since 2018 and boosting their play-off hopes by moving up to seventh place. The Welsh team scored four tries, while Leinster suffered only their second defeat of the season despite fielding several Ireland internationals. Leinster's head coach Leo Cullen acknowledged his team's underperformance but emphasized that the loss serves as a reminder to address minor issues before the final rounds. With the result, Scarlets edged Munster out of the play-off spots, and Leinster remain eight points clear at the top of the table with two rounds remaining. The game featured standout performances from Scarlets' returning Wales internationals and capitalized on Leinster's errors. Both teams now face pivotal matches as the URC season approaches its conclusion.