Departing players have been 'a big motivator' - Doris

Doris said it is a massive privilege to reach another final [Getty Images]Leinster captain Caelan Doris said that the prospect of several players leaving the province at the end of the season provided extra motivation before their 20-11 URC semi-final win against the Stormers.

>The defending champions made a dominant start at the Aviva Stadium before the South African side fought back and closed the gap to just two points.

>Jamison Gibson-Park was able to cross after the away side were reduced to 13 players, securing the win for Leo Cullen's side and setting up a final against the Bulls.

>Ciaran Frawley has confirmed his departure at the end of the season, while it is unclear if record-breaking try scorer James Lowe will stay at the province.

>"It was a proper knockout game that," said Doris.

>"There were a few chances at the end of the first half that we left out there and they potentially change the outcome of the game if we convert them. Credit to Stormers.

>"Delighted with the end result and to be in another final is a massive privilege for the group.

>"We have a special group and quite a number of guys moving on at the end of the season. It has been a big motivator for us at the knockout stages to extend the season and enjoy our time together."

>Leinster will now have the opportunity to defend the URC title they won against the Bulls last season, and bounce back from last month's Champions Cup final defeat by Bordeaux-Begles.

>Head coach Cullen praised his players' resilience but added that there are areas to work on before the showpiece in Dublin.

>"It had a bit of everything, but very proud of the group because that's our sixth play-off game of the season so far and it's like this game, they take their toll physically," he said.

>"So, great challenge, amazing crowd out there today, amazing atmosphere out there today, so we're just delighted to be into another final.

>"They are a hugely physical team, we know that, so it's not like a surprise for us, but I think we can be better from our point of view there."

Leinster hold off Stormers to reach URC final