URC R12 review: Leinster Shocked, Lions On Fire, Sharks Crash & Stormers in free fall

This week on Bench Opinions, we break down the craziest URC round yet — and it all happened during a Six Nations gap week! From Leinster’s stunning loss to Cardiff to the Lions clinching the SA Shield, Bulls dominating the Sharks, and heavy upsets across the board.   What we cover: • Why the rugby calendar feels broken with URC running in a Six Nations gap • Cardiff Rugby upsets Leinster despite missing internationals • Lions in full form — third win in a row & SA Shield secured • Bulls put Sharks to the sword — new manager bounce over? • Connacht topples league leaders Glasgow • Edinburgh storm back to beat Scarlets • What this means for the URC playoff race & South African teams   Subscribe for honest rugby takes, URC analysis, and weekly breakdowns.If you enjoyed, like, comment your prediction for next week’s big games!