URC chief realistic about Croke Park crowd numbers in event Leinster make final

There is no sure way of ensuring high crowds given the vagaries across five competing nations and the compacted rugby schedule, but Anayi did confirm that there will be a week off between the final two rounds next year.

REALISTIC: BKT URC boss Martin Anayi is “being realistic” about a likely attendance at Croke Park in two weekend’s time should Leinster overcome some concerning form and qualify for the league final against one of two South African opponents.

BKT URC boss Martin Anayi is “being realistic” about a likely attendance at Croke Park in two weekend’s time should Leinster overcome some concerning form and qualify for the league final against one of two South African opponents.

The choice of GAA headquarters was made last summer when the URC’s teams were asked to pencil in potential dates for the calendar ahead. It appeared at that time as if the Aviva Stadium would not be available for a theoretical decider due to soccer commitments.