Beirne: Leinster date gives reeling Munster perfect springboard  

Munster captain Tadhg Beirne after his side's defeat to Exeter Chiefs.

Tadhg Beirne insists the St Stephen’s Day URC clash with Leinster is the perfect opportunity for Munster to rebound from a difficult two weeks in the Champions Cup.

The URC champions return to Thomond Park next Tuesday night for a derby renewal with their old enemies after putting themselves in a tricky situation in their European pool campaign following a home draw with Bayonne and last Sunday’s 32-24 defeat at Exeter Chiefs. It was the latest setback in a rollercoaster run of results with the Pool 3 loss at Sandy Park a microcosm of Munster’s present inconsistency.