Break was badly needed but Munster's Calvin Nash now itching to get going

Nash is happy to have some 'healthy' competition for his Munster position

Irish Rugby International, Munster Player and Tackle Your Feelings ambassador Calvin Nash at the launch of the new season of Tackle Your Feelings School’s Programme. Picture: ©INPHO/Tom Maher

Calvin Nash may with good reason be able to look back on last season as his best yet as a professional rugby player but the Ireland wing dare not rest on his laurels heading into the new campaign.

Munster’s men’s player of the year enjoyed a dream 2023-24 season, with a starting role for Ireland in both the Guinness Six Nations title defence and a series draw with the world champion Springboks on tour in South Africa during the summer.