The Irish Times

Leinster’s accuracy proves key as they see off Munster in demolition derby

Munster will now travel to play Ulster in URC quarter-finals with Leinster hosting Glasgow

Sat May 21 2022 - 21:50

Munster lose on penalties after thrilling clash with Toulouse

The teams couldn’t be separated after normal and extra-time at the Aviva Stadium

Sat May 07 2022 - 18:28

Mike Haley’s potent attacking shaped by different cultures

Growing up in Preston, he spent alternate summers as a child in France and Co Kerry

Sat May 07 2022 - 06:00

Johann van Graan: ‘The 16th man pulled us through today’

Munster head coach delighted with contribution of Thomond Park crowd

Sat Apr 16 2022 - 18:45

Munster secure quarter-final slot as Thomond Park hits fever pitch again

Peter O’Mahony and Joey Carbery play key roles as Exeter put to the sword

Sat Apr 16 2022 - 17:28

O’Mahony, Carbery and Zebo among Munster changes for Exeter clash

Props Josh Wycherely and John Ryan come into frontrow for Thomond Park clash

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 12:27

Jack O’Donoghue growing more comfortable with Munster leadership role

Backrow says side must put missed opportunities behind them in second leg with Exeter

Thu Apr 14 2022 - 06:00

Primary objective for wounded Munster will be to bring back a tie

Peter O’Mahony, Joey Carbery, Coombes, Kilcoyne and Tadhg Beirne all miss out

Sat Apr 09 2022 - 08:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Munster need to be bolder in selection and tactics

Lack of creative attacking patterns ensures Van Graan’s side are too easy to defend against

Wed Apr 06 2022 - 06:00

Munster comeback falls short as Bulls hang on for win in Pretoria

Johann van Graan’s side trailed 29-3 before three tries got them back in the contest

Sat Mar 12 2022 - 16:43

Leinster trio in the mix for European Player of the Year award

Caelan Doris, Jimmy O’Brien and Josh van der Flier included on longlist

Tue Feb 01 2022 - 17:03

Munster look to nail down third spot in pool as summit moves beyond reach

Top-four seeding would earn Munster comfort blanket of home second leg in next round

Sat Jan 22 2022 - 06:00

De Allende remains a concern but Kleyn returns for Munster

Centre unlikely to feature in Champions Cup clash against Castres

Tue Jan 11 2022 - 15:43

Owen Doyle: Johann van Graan’s long goodbye is to Munster’s detriment

Province’s recent URC performances have been woeful - coaching change is needed

Tue Jan 11 2022 - 07:54

Munster blocking out external criticism after much-needed Ulster win

Province’s style of play came in for heavy criticism after Connacht loss last weekend

Mon Jan 10 2022 - 06:00

Rusty Munster go back to basics to hold off challenge of dogged Castres

Johann van Graan happy with nine-point haul from opening two games in Europe

Mon Dec 20 2021 - 06:00

Stephen Myler’s boot does for Munster as Ospreys’ pack dominate in Swansea

Home side were missing their Welsh contingent but still had enough to secure win

Sat Oct 23 2021 - 21:53

Andy Farrell’s autumn Ireland squad falls along anticipated lines

Leinster duo Dan Sheehan and Ciarán Frawley the news names in squad of 38

Thu Oct 21 2021 - 06:00

Andy Farrell has plenty to ponder in naming Ireland’s autumn squad

Between injury issues and lack of game time for key players the head coach has a tough task

Wed Oct 20 2021 - 06:00

The Offload: Wicklow RFC given development resources

Erasmus’ request for public hearing denied; players’ time-wasting reaching new heights

Mon Oct 11 2021 - 10:00

Munster make 11 changes as youngsters get their chance against Scarlets

Jack O’Donoghue switches from openside to blindside and captains the young side

Fri Oct 08 2021 - 12:55

Keith Earls moves to fill Munster’s midfield shortfall

URC preview: Simon Zebo on the bench as Stormers descend on Thomond Park

Sat Oct 02 2021 - 06:00

Munster hope to benefit from return of Zebo and Thomond crowd as they face Sharks

Province begin trophy quest on what should be an emotionally charged night in Limerick

Sat Sept 25 2021 - 06:21

Munster enlist services of renowned sports psychologist Caroline Currid

Sligo native has enjoyed considerable success with four All-Ireland-winning counties

Thu Sept 23 2021 - 06:00

Munster and Leinster rest their Lions for dead rubbers

None of the four Munster players involved in last weekend’s fire pit incident are involved

Thu Jun 10 2021 - 13:56

Munster backed into a corner but will come out swinging against Toulouse

Heineken Champions Cup: French side sitting atop the Top 14, but could be toppled

Sat Apr 03 2021 - 06:00

Leinster break new ground and Munster to retain Pro14 title

Defending champions make it four on the spin as rivals are beaten again in Dublin

Mon Mar 29 2021 - 06:00

Munster get over slow start to claim bonus-point win over Benetton

Coach Johann van Graan made 13 changes ahead of Pro 14 decider against Leinster

Fri Mar 19 2021 - 20:25

Munster seek quick return to winning ways

Van Graan makes 13 changes from Leinster defeat for the trip to Treviso

Sat Jan 30 2021 - 01:00

Johann van Graan expecting a Leinster side that means business on Saturday

Munster coach believes weather could play a part at Thomond Park

Tue Jan 19 2021 - 15:08

Five academy players in Munster squad to take on Zebre

Michael Bradley has seen his options decimated for Monday’s trip to Thomond Park

Mon Nov 30 2020 - 06:00

Hat-trick hero Gavin Coombes helps Munster rout Ospreys

22-year-old number eight shines as province’s young guns put Welsh to the sword

Sun Nov 15 2020 - 17:35

Gerry Thornley: Ruddock hasn’t enjoyed rub of the green in Ireland career

Versatile Leinster stalwart has been denied opportunities others have been granted

Tue Nov 10 2020 - 06:46

Munster earn bank holiday bonus in entertaining Thomond Park tussle

Johann van Graan might have a few issues with porous home defence against Cardiff

Mon Oct 26 2020 - 22:28