Pool clinches it as rugby star makes a splash for Munster

The roar and soaring stands of Thomond Park, the aura of the city as a sporting bear-pit, the passionate and knowledgeable support from the fans.

There’s no shortage of rugby reasons to set up home in Limerick.

But for Munster’s new South African back row recruit, CJ Stander, the availability of a 50m pool at the University of Limerick was the clincher.