Tyler Bleyendaal a big hit for Munster

Munster 52 Worcester Warriors 21: It certainly wasn’t a happy return to Cork for former Munster and Ireland hero Donncha O’Callaghan as Munster stormed to a comprehensive pre- season win over Worcester Warriors at Musgrave Park last night.

Out for months with injury, the night probably belonged to New Zealander Tyler Bleyendaal who had a huge part to play in the win, especially in Munster’s fourth try after 36 minutes to help his side into a 31-0 lead at the break.

O’Callaghan tried hard before he was replaced after 48 minutes, but there was no denying Munster who were in control throughout, even though both teams were vastly different at the end after a raft of changes.