Ulster Bank Bateman Cup/League: Results Round-Up
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsThis season's Ulster Bank Bateman Cup final will be a Connacht-Munster affair as Galwegians take on a Cork Constitution side aiming for their fourth title in a row. Meanwhile, there was a busy day of league...
'Munster had the hunger, passion and desire they were lacking last week' - Alan Quinlan
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAlan Quinlan has commended the manner in which Munster responded to last weekend’s chastening defeat to Stade Francais with their bonus point win over the French champions today.
Munster 26-13 Stade Francais
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsMunster avoid a fourth straight European defeat as they beat Stade Francais in the Champions Cup at Thomond Park.
Thomond roar returns as CJ Stander inspires Munster to bonus point revenge over Stade
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentTime will tell if this four-try win will be the catalyst for a Munster revival, but hammering the French champions certainly lifted morale around Thomond Park after a most difficult week.
Video: Keith Earls scores solo effort and Ian Keatley's delightful kick sets up Simon Zebo try
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster have been under the cosh all week after the debacle in Paris but they have responded well in front of a raucous crowd at Thomond Park today.
Foley sticks with Keatley as Munster play for their pride
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAt the end of one of most difficult weeks in their modern history, there is no guarantee of a cathartic afternoon for Munster at Thomond Park.
Provinces paying heavy price for massacre of club game in pro era
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLeinster fans might not appreciate it but Munster Rugby holds a special place in the hearts and minds of Irish folk everywhere.
O'Driscoll bloods young guns as Munster look to make up ground
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster 'A' travel to take on leaders Yorkshire Carnegie tomorrow afternoon (3.00), knowing that a win would put them in with a great chance of topping the pool heading into the final weekend.
Owen Farrell ‘has no problem’ with his father Andy’s move to Ireland
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Farrell Sr has left the England coaching team for role with Ireland• ‘It’s no different for me. He’s part of a new set-up and that’s his challenge’Owen Farrell has insisted he does not...
European Cup failures indicate problems on and off the field for Ireland | Robert Kitson
1 decade ago by The GuardianThe demise of Munster and Leinster could be part of a bigger trend with the Celtic nations struggling to compete financiallyIt has been 18 years coming but the dreaded moment is finally nigh. Leinster...
