How the West was won over to rugby country

In 10 years time, one wonders where Munster will be drawing players from.

The traditional power bases, the established schools and senior clubs, are likely to continue to provide a steady conveyor belt of talent as they have for decades into the professional system.

But, as the game grows in popularity and participation rates increase throughout the province, more players are likely to be harvested from more non-traditional rugby areas.