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Tigers lead in Viadana at half-time

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Leicester Tigers ran in three first-half tries to lead Viadana 22-8 at half-time of today's Heineken Cup Pool Three encounter at the Stadio Zaffanella.

Tigers took an early lead through a Jeremy Staunton penalty before Johne Murphy scored his second try in as many games, finishing off neat play from Anthony Allen and Scott Hamilton to score in the right corner.

Viadana put their first points on the board through a penalty from Pierre Hola before Kaine Robertson claimed Hola's up-and-under on the right and ran in to level the scores after 26 minutes.

Tigers hit back immediately when James Grindal created the opening for Hamilton's first try of the season. Tom Croft then finished off a delightful pass by Lucas Amorosino in the left corner.

Both tries were converted by Staunton to give Tigers, who were being cheered on by a large travelling contingent, a 22-8 at the break.