Munster look to banish travel sickness with win over Connacht

Beating Leinster may have been one hell of a way to end 2018 but Munster have to start the new year with equally pressing obstacles to clear, beginning tonight against Connacht.

The 26-17 victory over the Guinness PRO14 and European champions at Thomond Park last Saturday ensured Johann van Graan’s side went a year unbeaten on their hallowed Limerick turf. Such a feat is an impressive return, made all the more significant given it was done at the expense of such a powerhouse and it came as a welcome statement of intent for the rest of the season with the fight for both the league play-offs and Heineken Champions Cup knockout stages looming.