Super Sarries reclaim their crown thanks to tank Billy

From NICK CAIN at St James’ Park

Fightback: Sean Maitland scores before half-time

Power play: Billy Vunipola touches down for Saracens’ winning try
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BILLY Vunipola has taken a while to get back to unstoppable mode, but it was the tank of a No.8 who finally shattered Leinster’s resistance to win Saracens their third European Cup crown.
As Sarries finally began to crack the tough Leinster nut in the final quarter of this intense, punishing battle, Big Billy used all his power, and low centre of gravity as he picked up from the base of a Saracens...

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