Rory Scannell aims to kick on with win over Ospreys

Two members of the Scannell clan, Niall and Rory, were glad to have last week to themselves following a hectic schedule of Munster matches stretching back to October.

And a third, Billy, is also looking forward to next week’s mid-term break as he prepares for the eagerly awaited Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final for PBC against fierce Cork rivals CBC on February 24.

Rory has made such strides this season that he was touted as the solution to Munster’s out-half woes but whether wearing the number 10 or 12 shirt, he is understandably hugely content with his progress. And it’s back to serious business on Sunday evening with Munster desperate for a result against Ospreys at Musgrave Park that will improve their prospects of a place among the top four in the Guinness Pro12.