Cian Healy made his record 281st appearance for the province, a remarkable achievement that was worthy of celebration and the reality is that it's all this game will be remembered for.
The Dragons are an improving outfit who leave Dublin with credit in the bank, after making Leo Cullen's men work hard for their victory.
There were defensive misreads, repeat penalty concessions for double-banking at the lineout maul and croc-rolls at the ruck; there were forward passes and aerial spills.
Max Deegan backed up his words in midweek with a strong performance, while Jamie Osborne and Jack Conan had their moments, but across the board they won't be happy with their level of performance.
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