Tuilagi back with his big hits and high hopes

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By STEVE KENNY
Leicester…40pts
Ospreys …14pts
MANU Tuilagi came through his first start since New Year’s Day to give himself a chance of appearing in the Premiership opener next Sunday at home to Bath.
Tuilagi produced his trademark mixture of speedy bursts and big hits in a first half appearance when the Tigers demolished a depleted Ospreys squad to lead 26-0.
Head coach Matt O’Connor described Tuilagi, who has recovered from a knee injury, as a “bit rusty” though still conceded his performance was likely to put him in contention for Bath.
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