Heineken Cup Semi Finals Preview

London Irish and Saracens try and mix it with the big boys this weekend as both teams make their bows in the Heineken Cup semi-finals against gnarled veterans of this stage of the competition.

Irish attempt to fend off the formidable challenge of Toulouse at Twickenham, while Saracens must pick themselves up off the canvas after thumping defeats in an effort to beat Munster in Coventry.

Here is a short preview of the games, which promise to be classic encounters that will no doubt have the most ardent of fans, and complete neutrals alike, on the edge of their seats.

We’ll bring you all the highlights and lowlights from what promises to be a cracking weekend of rugby.

With thanks to Sky Sports