Munster dig deep again

FROM the high of a memorable victory over Australia, it was back to the bread and butter of the Magners League for Munster at Musgrave Park last night - but in many respects, this result was just as satisfying.

The win over the Scarlets was more difficult, but in the improved weather conditions Munster turned on the heat to outscore the visitors three tries to two and then survived a vigorous late challenge to stretch their lead at the top of the Magners table.

The game was a personal triumph for centre Barry Murphy whose solid work and spectacular try deservedly earned him the man of the match award, but this was more about a team effort than the contribution of any one individual.