When the Summer internationals wrap up, the all-absorbing FIFA World Cup comes to a close and you’re left anticipating the return of the regular rugby season, you begin to dream of what could be. Could this be the season we go that bit further? Is there something different about us this time around? As Munster … More The Season Of Expectation
There was a sense of inevitability as Ireland defeated England to secure the Grand Slam on St Patrick’s Day. With the best players, coach, and an unrivaled player welfare system, Ireland made sure this year’s Six Nations title would be theirs with minimum fuss. It was an unusual feeling to be so comfortable, but didn’t … More MUNSTER MAGIC | Toulon Test Should Make For Another Thomond Park Classic
As sporting entertainment goes, this is the pinnacle… Super Rugby returns to our screens this weekend and how we’re glad to have it back. Blues Star Man: Sonny Bill Williams One To Watch: Rieko Ioane Predicted Finish: 7th Best Thing About Them: Sonny Bill or their jersey. Maybe Sonny Bill in the jersey. Super Haka … More Super Rugby 2018: Team By Team Guide
Ronan Calvert Champions Cup: Leinster Outside chance: Clermont Leinster, Clermont and Munster seem to be the early favourites for the European Cup following their storming starts to the pool stages. Their chances have been boosted by reigning champions Saracens’ recent deterioration and the likewise lacklustre displays of Racing 92 and Toulon, making this season a golden … More Munster Haka Team’s 2018 World Rugby Predictions
European Rugby takes no prisoners. Win neither of your opening two games and you may as well start packing it in. It’s the nature of the competition. Munster travelled to the south of France last Sunday lunchtime looking to bounce back from defeat to rivals Leinster only to produce a lethargic, error-ridden performance that many … More RACING AGAINST TIME: Win Or Bust As Munster Look To Get Back On Track
A new season, a new competition, 14 teams, 2 conferences and a lot of countries, the Pro 14 is almost upon us. With a major shakeup on our hands, that brings plenty of food for thought, and with that mind we hope our predictions will both intrigue and excite you for the new season. Conference … More Munster Haka Guinness Pro 14 Preview 2017/2018
AS I STRUTTED my way to the Thomond turnstiles last January, Queen’s ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ fittingly boomed from the heart of the fortress. The men in red had been stopped just once in their previous ten games, were just off the back of two derby wins and ready to steamroll the visiting Racing 92 … More Don’t Stop Me Now: Munster 2017/2018 Season Preview
A HOME PRO 12 semi-final defeat of the Ospreys was largely expected. Munster have been exceptional this season and coming into the weekend no side had ever lost a semi on their own turf. That said, beating the Welsh region was never a straightforward task and Rassie Erasmus’ men broke down their opponents admirably, emphatically underlining their … More Analysis: Sterner Test Awaits As Scarlets Size Up Munster
Written by Conal Lane Far from a classic Thomond Park interprovincial dust up, nevertheless the men in red came through against Ulster last weekend. Perhaps the ideal preparation for what lies ahead this Saturday in Dublin. Yep, it’ll be a tough one, that much is guaranteed. As expected, Conor Murray is not fit to start, … More PAINT IT RED: Munster Vs Saracens Preview
RONAN O’GARA WROTE in his latest book, “When you get into bonus territory the shackles come off. There’s a massive emotional release.” It’s one of my favourite lines from a rugby player because of what it means when put into practise. Everything is different at the semi-final stage. A stage that I think has probably been … More Shackles Off: Time To Stand Up And Fight
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