Williams out as Munster enter into Tigers’ lair

MUNSTER back-row forward Nick Williams faces at least six weeks out following knee surgery, but the Magners League champions will still have something to smile about for then new season.

Williams out as Munster enter into Tigers’ lair
Fri, 28 Aug, 2009 - 01:00
Barry Coughlan

Munster confront English rivals Leicester Tigers at Welford Road tonight (7.30pm) with the twin boost of having Marcus Horan and Donnacha Ryan available as coach Tony McGahan cranks up his team’s challenge for the new season.

So far, McGahan’s charges have enjoyed a 100% record after wins over Sale Sharks and London Irish, with young talent emerging and promising individual and team performances.

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<p>Connacht head coach Stuart Lancaster after his side's victory. Pic: Thomas Flinkow/Sportsfile</p>

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