Physical SA league clashes set Munster up for French test

Munster attack coach Prendergast feels the South Africans’ entry into the URC can help all its clubs fare better in the continental competition.

Mike Prendergast: Bayonne defend with a huge amount of linespeed and kick the ball the most in the Top 14. Picture: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

Whatever your views on South African teams competing in Europe’s premier club knockout competition, Mike Prendergast believes having them in the URC can only benefit all the league’s clubs competing for Champions Cup honours this season.

With last season’s introduction under their belts, the Bulls and the Stormers are gearing up for this weekend’s opening round of pool games and their second campaign in the tournament, both having reached the quarter-finals on their first attempt.