Munster big guns back in action for Treviso clash

IT’S much change for Munster and minimum alterations for Treviso in advance of tonight’s RaboDirect Pro12 clash at Thomond Park.

Sat, 07 Jan, 2012 - 00:00
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Following the Italians’ bonus-point victory over Italian rivals Aironi last weekend, their New Zealand coach Franco Smith has made just one alteration, with Manoa Vosawai taking over from the injured Robert Barbieri at number eight.

In contrast, Tony McGahan welcomes back a number of first choice players following a disappointing defeat to Ulster at Ravenhill, albeit with a weakened team.

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