VAN GRAAN HAPPY TO SHARE SPOILS

incredibly proud of the performance. We had chances to win it but so did they.

“They are a very difficult side to play against as they have a great ability to retain possession.” Van Graan’s view was supported by Munster captain Peter O’mahony (inset). “Exeter’s home record speaks for itself and they are a hugely oppressive and impressive side,” the flanker said. “We’ll take the draw as they had 22 phases under our sticks in that last few minutes but we managed to hold them out.”

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter remained upbeat despite being held at Sandy Park. He said: “At half-time I would have been happy with two points but at the end with a couple of dominant scrums, I thought we missed an opportunity to nick it.”