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Southern Hemisphere talent is set to star for Munster New Zealand born Tyler Bleyendaal confirmed his move from the Crusaders to Munster last summer. Many of us felt much excitement as not only had the flyhalf previously worn the famous Baby Black jersey but he had in fact captained the U20 side and picked up a nomination … More Tyler Bleyendaal Expectations
Earlier today, Joe Schmidt named his Ireland training squad for the World Cup. We look into who should be counted as winners and losers. SQUAD Forwards (23) Rory Best (Banbridge/Ulster) Michael Bent (Dublin University/Leinster) Jack Conan (Old Belvedere/Leinster)* Sean Cronin (St. Mary’s College/Leinster) Tadhg Furlong (Clontarf/Leinster)* Cian Healy (Clontarf/Leinster) Jamie Heaslip (Dublin University/Leinster) Iain Henderson … More Ireland World Cup Squad: The Winners and Losers
In an era of financial imbalance, concussions and complications, we discuss the current state and future of the game that we all love. Will France’s dominance ever fade from European club rugby and will Super Rugby survive the French magnetism? What changes have to be made to support the players that put their bodies on … More PART ONE: Rugby is Dying, if Not Already Dead
Our Munster Haka admins are excited about Ireland’s chances at the 2015 Rugby World Cup and why not? We’ve got the best coach in the world, the legendary Paul O’Connell as captain and overall a world class team. Ireland are back to back Six Nations champions, a bit of luck along the way at the … More Ireland’s World Cup Journey
JJ Hanrahan stole the show as Emerging Ireland put Emerging Italy to the sword at the Tbilisi Cup. Hanrahan, who joins Northampton Saints in August could well be on Joe Schmidt’s radar for the next two seasons as he once again showed that he is too good to be ignored. Assist #1 The Kerryman shows … More JJ Hanrahan Magical Performance V Emerging Italy
There is always a sense of guilt, sorrow and reluctance when criticizing vulnerable Ian Keatley – this accurately reflects why he is not a top outhalf. IAN Keatley joined Munster in the 2011 season as the record-breaking career of Ronan O’Gara began to come to a close. ‘ROG’ was a fan favourite and an icon of rugby all around the globe. Tying to … More Player Analysis: Ian Keatley
Kicks and Tricks is the latest scheme to be launched by Munster Haka. Here’s some information on the matter What you have to do Get your hands on a rugby ball with your mates, with somebody recording, you show off either your kicking ability (or lack of it) or some freestyle tricks (Zebo-esque) Facebook … More Kicks and Tricks
Welcome to our page awards for 2014/2015. Read on to find a whole host of awards for our fans, our page and of course, the rugby players. Thanks for all the votes. Munster Awards Player of the Season: CJ Stander Unsung Hero of the Season: Denis Hurley Newcomer of the Season: Jack O’Donoghue Signing of the Season: Eusebio … More Munster Haka End of Season Awards 2014/2015
Toulouse finished Yoann Huget used to be our favourite Frenchman, however, he has now done more than enough to change our opinion. Reason #1: He committed this malicious offence last weekend. Arguably accidental but if not, it’s the dirtiest piece of play we’ve ever seen. Reason #2: He tried to introduce diving into the sport. … More Three Reasons why you should hate Yoann Huget
In celebration of the Thomond Park World Club Sevens Series we have put together what we think would be the best possible provincial sevens teams and a combined provincial sevens team! We’ve generally gone with three big men and four flyers for each side. Munster: Sevens Dream Team: CJ Stander Jack O’Donoghue Robin Copeland Keith Earls … More Sevens Heaven: Provincial Sevens Dream Teams
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