Clash of Limerick giants set to brighten AIB League

AGE-OLD rivals Shannon and Garryowen could give the AIB League a boost when they clash under lights at the revamped Thomond Park stadium tonight (7.30pm).

Fri, 17 Oct, 2008 - 01:00

After a suggestion from Shannon and discussions with the Munster Branch, it was agreed to bring the fixture forward from tomorrow in a bid to test the viability of Friday night club rugby.

Apart from one televised Heineken Cup game — between Glasgow and Toulouse — there is no reason for Limerick rugby supporters to miss out, and Shannon spokesperson Andrew McNamara is optimistic that it will work.

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