Brave McGahan gets the calls right

WITH Declan Kidney set to announce his squad for the autumn internationals on Wednesday, Irish rugby received a timely shot in the arm with two vintage performances from Munster and Leinster that rocked English premiership giants Sale and Wasps over the weekend.

It says much about the competitive nature of the Heineken Cup that Munster, despite winning their opening fixture, were under massive pressure to win in Stockport.

Once again showing the character that defines champions, Paul O’Connell and his wonderfully-committed comrades made it clear they have no intention of surrendering their crown without a fight.