Graham Rowntree: Rainbow Cup clash with Cardiff ‘do or die’ for Munster

Munster forwards coach Graham Rowntree. Picture: INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Suddenly, Munster’s Rainbow Cup clash at home to Cardiff Blues carries huge significance as the province aims to get their bid for silverware back on track at Thomond Park on Friday night.

Defeat last time out in round three at home to derby rivals Connacht has thrown a serious spanner in the works of engineering that long-awaited first trophy since 2011.