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Ulster's Stuart McCloskey. Steve Haag Sports/Steve Haag/INPHO
URC
Ulster pay for slow start as Lions hold on in Johannesburg
Richie Murphy’s side crossed for four tries after falling 15-0 behind.
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Lions 35
Ulster 22
ULSTER FELL TO their first defeat of the URC season to a Lions side who were simply more clinical and able to deal with the tough playing conditions in Johannesburg.
In 30-degree heat, Ulster found themselves 15-0 down before mounting a stirring comeback to claim a try bonus through scores from John Cooney, Aidan Morgan, Werner Kok and Corrie Barrett, only one of which was converted.
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