Munster’s fit-again centre Alex Nankivell touched down in either half, but they were unable to avoid their first loss in 11 URC matches on Leeside.
Munster produced a stunning first-half performance as they defeated struggling Dragons 38-19 in their United Rugby Championship clash.
Munster were overwhelmed by a ferocious Leinster defensive performance in a 28 - 7 loss.
Following their disappointing start to the season against the Blues in Dunedin, the Highlanders have made nine changes to their starting XV to take on the Crusaders in round two.
Premiership winner Freddie Burns could push the Highlanders to greater heights.
Andy Farrell's Ireland look to be limping towards the finishing line following a disappointing campaign in the Autumn Nations Cup.
Burns has been selected as part of nine changes to Ireland’s starting XV.
With four Autumn Nations Cup games on the horizon, Andy Farrell has announced a 34-strong Ireland squad for the series that begins vs Wales.
Leicester find themselves down in ninth place in the Premiership at the start of 2018 and the only way is up but their lowly position isn’t down to the coaching, according to former fly half Andy Goode.