#Munster Rugby

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Munster Rugby Squad Training
McMillan backs experience and youthful power as unbeaten Munster prepare for Leinster test
“We’re fully aware of the challenge that is ahead of us and we’ve plumped for a bit of experience.”

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Clayton McMillan 6/10/2025
Clayton McMillan will have 'deep understanding' of how to challenge Munster players, says Tyler Bleyendaal
Leinster, unusually, will start Saturday’s URC game looking up the table at their southern neighbours after just one win in their opening three games. Munster have harvested 14 points from their trio of opening efforts.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Fineen Wycherley 13/10/2025
Fineen Wycherley wary of complacency as McMillan's side look to step up for Croke Park clash
The lock from Bantry, West Cork was praised by McMillan for his leadership following the Edinburgh win in which he scored the game-clinching try in a tight contest for a bonus-point victory to make it three wins from three at the start of 2025-26.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Leinster v Munster - United Rugby Championship
Leinster v Munster in the URC: kick-off time, TV details and team news
It is the first interpro of the new URC season with old rivals Leinster and Munster going head-to-head.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Denis Leamy 30/9/2025
Leamy sees no rust in Leinster armour as Munster prepare for Croke Park clash
With Munster unbeaten and Leinster welcoming back their Lions, Denis Leamy insists his side must meet the Croke Park challenge “head-on” to prove their progress.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

McMillan creating a positive environment where leaders naturally show themselves
McMillan creating a positive environment where leaders naturally show themselves
Clayton McMillan will need all the leadership qualities he can muster if he is to win the first interpo derby of his tenure and end a four-game losing streak in the fixture.

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship
S Clayton McMillan interview: No fast-tracking ourselves to position Leinster are at
Consistency of performance from one week to the next is at the apex of the new boss’s objectives for Munster success

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Michael Milne celebrates scoring a try with Brian Gleeson and Fineen Wycherley 10/10/2025
Four yellow cards and late drama as Munster squeeze past Edinburgh
A Michael Milne brace along with tries from Andrew Smith and Fineen Wycherley earned Munster the bonus point win while Edinburgh had four players yellow carded.

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Edinburgh, Ireland face Portugal and Premier League
Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Edinburgh, Ireland face Portugal and Premier League
It is another action packed weekend of sport on TV with round three of the URC, Ireland travelling to Lisbon to face Portugal in the World Cup qualifiers and the Premier League continues - all you need to know here.

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Dan Goggin 17/9/2025
Dan Goggin: 'I’ve found a love for rugby again' after Munster exit and French turbulence
After leaving Munster and enduring turmoil in France, Dan Goggin has rediscovered his passion and purpose with St Mary’s

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship
Munster make pledge to Clayton McMillan on 'stardust' signings
Chief executive Ian Flanagan said he had made a commitment to Clayton McMillan to back him with the necessary resources and that funds would not be a problem.

Wed, 08 Oct, 2025

Edwin Edogbo 4/10/2025
'His ceiling is incredibly high’: Munster’s Edwin Edogbo set for return after 22 months out
Roman Salanoa, who also faced a long wait on the sidelines through injury, is also back in the mix for Munster.

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

Craig Casey 6/10/2025
Munster lifted by returns but Craig Casey in race to be fit for Leinster
Munster face Edinburgh in Cork on Friday and then Leinster at Croke Park on October 18. 

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

Tom Farrell 6/10/2025
Munster boosted by return of seven players to full training 
Scrum-half Craig Casey, who sustained a hamstring injury in training last week, remains an outside bet for featuring against Edinburgh and is expected to return for the round four trip to Croke Park to face Leinster on October.

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship
Munster v Edinburgh in the URC: kick-off time, TV details and team news
Clayton McMillan's side will face Edinburgh for their first game of the season in Cork.

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship
McMillan still learning and will give everyone a shot at Munster
The new boss started as he means to go on at Thomond Park. 

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship
'It’s better to win ugly than lose pretty' - Clayton McMillan delighted with win in first Munster home match
A late drop goal from man of the match Jack Crowley ultimately saw Munster to a victory over Cardiff on Saturday.

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025

Munster v Benetton - United Rugby Championship
Munster CEO defends recruitment and travel policies after Conor Murray criticism
Munster CEO Ian Flanagan insisted the club invests “wisely” and sustainably for long-term success.

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025

Ruadhan Quinn scores a try despite Johan Mulder 4/10/2025
Jack Crowley guides Munster to hard-fought victory over Cardiff
Ruadhán Quinn, Gavin Coombes, and Diarmuid Barron scored Munster's tries while Cardiff picked up two bonus points thanks to Josh Adams and a Tom Bowen hat-trick. 

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

Sean Loftus, Charlie McConalogue, Ian Flanagan, Micheál Martin and Fergal Dennehy 4/10/2025
Watch: Munster Rugby officially open 'game changer' Centre of Excellence in Cork
“I think everyone who came (to the official opening) has been really impressed with what we've delivered," said chief executive Ian Flanagan.

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

Ruadhan Quinn 16/9/2025
'Don't just take part. Try to dominate': Ruadhán Quinn eager to make Munster jersey his own
Ruadhán Quinn wants to change his mindset from one of being a player grateful for his chance to someone who feels they deserve to be there. 

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025

Clayton McMillan 27/9/2025
Munster v Cardiff in the URC: kick-off time, TV details and team news
The home fans will get their first chance to see Clayton McMillan's side in Limerick this term.

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

Jack Crowley 30/9/2025
Munster make six changes to side for Cardiff clash as Craig Casey ruled out through injury
Ethan Coughlan has been handed the number nine jersey in Casey’s absence.

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Scarlets v Munster - United Rugby Championship
Back to full fitness, Shane Daly keen to kick on under new Munster coaching ticket
And his 80-minute run out in Wales last Saturday as Munster completed a 34-21 win in the first round of the new URC campaign was the perfect return after a feel-good summer under a new management regime.

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Bordeaux Begles v Munster - Investec Champions Cup Quarter-Final
Peter O’Mahony admits Munster leadership burden may have hurt his game
O'Mahony agreed that the IRFU should be making an effort to ensure Irish players get as much game-time as possible, even if that means them moving province. 

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

Mossy Lawler with Mike Prendergast 30/9/2025
Why Munster believe their hardest summer ever will pay off
Munster skills coach Mossie Lawler said the main focus of the province's pre-season was "to make sure that we have a healthy ship". 

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

JJ Hanrahan 30/9/2025
JJ Hanrahan set to miss Cardiff clash as he enters return to play protocols 
Six players who missed the trip due to what the province last week described as short- to medium-term injuries – centre Tom Farrell (calf), flanker John Hodnett (cheek), wing Diarmuid Kilgallen (ankle), props Michael Milne (calf) and John Ryan (elbow), and wing Andrew Smith (chest).

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Clayton McMillan 27/9/2025
'Optimistic' McMillan keen to build on Munster's fast start
Four tries, five points and a solid foundation have given him something to build on as he attempts to revitalise a team that have floundered somewhat since winning the United Rugby Championship so thrillingly in 2023.

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Clayton McMillan 16/9/2025
No excuses: Clayton McMillan demands fast start from Munster
Sluggish starts have been an unwanted feature of Munster's recent campaigns. That is a trend which new head coach Clayton McMillan wants to stop. 

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Niall Scannell 22/9/2025
Niall Scannell: 'It's hard to be frustrated at Munster coaching changes'
The southern province kick off their season against Scarlets this weekend. 

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Niall Scannell 22/9/2025
Niall Scannell hoping to crown 200th Munster cap with win in Wales
The hooker is eager to make his latest milestone and match his younger brother Rory who made it to the double ton before leaving the club last year.

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Tadhg Beirne 22/9/2025
Tadhg Beirne to continue as Munster captain under new head coach Clayton McMillan
It will be Beirne’s second campaign as skipper having been handed the role last season in succession to Peter O’Mahony, who had led Munster for a decade, captaining them to the 2023 URC title.

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Munster v Leinster - Guinness PRO14 Round 12
S Duncan Casey: Earls and Murray criticism will sting but might spark necessary Munster reflection
None of the more ‘controversial’ takes in Conor Murray's autobiography were news to former Munster player Duncan Casey. 

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Jack Crowley 22/9/2025
Munster players challenged to create their own legacies at the dawn of a new era
Peter O'Mahony, Conor Murray, and Stephen Archer retired from the Munster jersey at the end of last season. It's now up to other players to fill the void. 

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Tadhg Beirne 22/9/2025
Munster go 'old school' to build mental toughness ahead of new season
Defence coach Denis Leamy said there will be "subtle changes" to how Munster play this season. 

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

Munster Ronan O'Gara supported by James Coughlan Paul O'Connell and Conor Murray 28/10/2011
S Conor Murray book reveals training ground clash with O’Connell and Sexton friendship
From clashes with Paul O’Connell to a lifelong bond with Johnny Sexton, Conor Murray reflects on rugby, Munster and retirement

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Munster v Crusaders - International Rugby Friendly
Only terrace tickets remaining for Munster’s clash with Gloucester at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
This will be Munster’s first competitive game at the Leeside venue since their sellout victories over a South Africa XV in 2022 and the Crusaders in 2024.

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

Connacht v Munster - United Rugby Championship
S Kieran Shannon: Conor Murray told Munster what they needed to hear
Conor Murray spoke up about the lack of continuity at Munster and the problems that created.

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

Tom Farrell is awarded the Bank of Irelands Men’s Player of the Year award presented by David Moore 13/9/2025
Tom Farrell and Chloe Pearse win Players of the Year at Munster Rugby Awards
Tom Farrell also was named the Supporter's Men's Player of the Year.

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025

Munster v Bath - Pre-Season Friendly
'I'm really happy with the group that we've got' - Clayton McMillan on Conor Murray comments
McMillan was content with the set-piece fundamentals he witnessed. The forwards won a few scrum penalties, including a penalty try, and produced some excellent maul defence.

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025

Clayton McMillan 2/9/2025
Glass half full, Clayton McMillan ready to be a Munster disrupter
For now, Clayton McMillan is observing, but he's ready to shake things up a little at Munster.

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025

Shane Daly 12/9/2025
Munster let 21-point lead slip but still impress in draw with Bath
Munster named two teams, with a further eight replacements to interchange into the sides at various junctures.

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

Max Clein 9/9/2025
Clayton McMillan: 'It’s just my job to try and smooth out a few of the edges'
McMillan will take charge of Munster for the first time at home. 

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

Craig Casey 9/9/2025
Casey to skipper Munster as McMillan welcomes back five internationals
Munster have named a 38-player squad spread across two teams to face Bath in Cork on Friday night,

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025

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