Timely boost for Munster as Zebo ready for action

MUNSTER received a rare fitness boost last night ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Heineken Cup group rivals Scarlets, while their hosts are hopeful young Wales star George North will overcome a leg injury.

Munster are still reeling over the loss of former All Black wing Doug Howlett, ruled out for the rest of the season with a ruptured Achilles tendon that required surgery on Wednesday.

Howlett’s operation was reported as “successful” by the province last night and Munster were due to fly into Wales today with another concern lifted after the wing’s possible replacement Simon Zebo was passed fit.