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Four-try Hodnett and hat-trick man Kendellen lead Munster to big win over understrength Ulster

Starting flanker Hodnett’s try feast was backed up by a second-half hat-trick from replacement back-rower Alex Kendellen as Munster made the most of facing an under-strength Ulster.

ON THE RAMPAGE: Munster's John Hodnett scores his side's first try. Pic: Nick Elliott/Inpho

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 - 21:10

Simon Lewis

URC: Munster 41 Ulster 14

Munster took a massive step towards the URC play-offs at Thomond Park on Saturday evening as John Hodnett scored four tries to lead his side to a bonus-point victory over derby rivals Ulster but the win came at a potentially high price with a string of injuries.

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