Munster scoop top award for memorable All Blacks clash

MUNSTER RUGBY will be honoured with an acclaimed international sports event management award in London next month in recognition of their hosting of the province’s game with New Zealand in November last year.

Sat, 24 Oct, 2009 - 01:00
Barry Coughlan

The 30th anniversary of the Munster’s 1978 victory over the All Blacks attracted a full house to Thomond Park and was watched by over one million people on RTÉ.

Celebrating best practice and achievement, the Sports Business Sports Event Management Awards recognise excellence in the global sports event management industry.

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