**Benetton have bounced back from their winless Guinness PRO14 campaign to emerge as unlikely Rainbow Cup frontrunners.** After three rounds, the Italian outfit hold a four-point advantage over closest challengers Munster in pursuit of a place in next month’s north versus south final. But could Benetton go all the way and represent the PRO14 against the best South Africa has to offer? Here, we take a look at how Benetton’s season has unfolded and assess their chances of clinging on to top spot.