Pro 12 2013: Updated Table and Standings After Friday’s Results

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Published: October 26, 2013

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By the time Friday's fixtures were in the books, there was a new leader at the top of the 2013 Pro 12 table. 

Glasgow Warriors' run at the summit ended as Munster defeated them in a controversial encounter that saw Munster booed off by the Warriors fans at the final whistle.

To make matters worse, Ospreys' bonus point from their 40-17 win over Newport Dragons meant they also leapfrogged the Scottish side to move into second place.



The reason for the Warriors fans' disgust was the way in which Munster resorted to time-wasting tactics to run out the clock at the end of the game. However, their ire could equally have been as a result of Glasgow's uncharacteristically toothless display at the line.

Keeping with teeth for a moment, Alasdair Reid of Herald Scotland reported that there was further controversy on the pitch as Munster players complained of being bitten at the end of the game. Munster coach Rob Penney acknowledged the incident but didn't comment further, saying he needed more details. 



Munster won the encounter because they were strong and aggressive going into contact. Once they got ahead, it was difficult to see anything other than four points for the Irish side.

Glasgow made too many errors with their handling, which cost them at least two tries. Munster were similarly sloppy in the first half but raised their game after half-time, and the difference was clear.



Moving to Swansea and the Liberty Stadium, Ospreys made short work of the Dragons thanks largely to a two-try performance from flanker Justin Tipuric. Praise must also go to Dan Biggar, who contributed 17 points with his foot in a remarkably consistent game.

Ospreys had slumped to three consecutive defeats prior to this game, and they currently sit at the foot of their Heineken Cup qualifying pool.

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