Rugby chiefs back All Black Thomond visit

IRFU chiefs have given their backing to the proposed clash of Munster and New Zealand at Thomond Park on November 18.

The recent meeting of the IRFU gave Munster the go ahead and those close to the scene in New Zealand indicate that they are also anxious to stage the match.

Garrett Fitzgerald, CEO of the Munster Branch, is adopting a cautious approach and stressed that the deal is far from complete.