Graham Rowntree’s exchange with Marcus Horan on TG4 after Munster’s loss to Leinster on Monday only lasted 80 seconds. There was more said in the two answers he gave than we hear in 99% of pre- and post-match interviews that last twice as long. Interviews before and after matches are a fundamental part of sporting …
Rowntree’s post-game honesty an encouraging hint at Munster culture Read More »
Four weeks ago I wrote how Munster supporters needed to show some patience while the new men at the helm find their feet. Things were looking bleak – two wins from seven from the opening block of URC games and what looked like an uphill battle to qualify for next season’s Champions Cup. I was …
Denis Leamy’s fingerprints all over new Munster belligerence Read More »
It was an unpredictable opening round of Champions Cup rugby and one that provided us with plenty to talk about. Leinster’s performance was the stand out of the weekend’s action. Racing looked shell-shocked from the first minute, almost like an All-Ireland League side playing against a professional outfit for the first time. Leinster found their …
Looking back on a calendar year that provided nine wins from a possible 11 and a first series win for Ireland against New Zealand, Andy Farrell and his fellow coaches will be happy campers as their side finishes 2022 on top of the World Rugby rankings. He can look forward to seeing his men’s mettle …
Buckle up and settle down. Munster are on the up but it will take a season or two Read More »
