Murphy's Ulster head into Munster clash with confidence after bonus point win over Connacht

Murphy's side will head home after two away derby interpros.

MAKING HOME ADVANTAGE COUNT: Ulster head coach Richie Murphy will head into his third festive derby against Munster on Friday night on the back of a loss in a good display against Leinster and a win from an indifferent performance against Connacht. Picture: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy will head into his third festive derby against Munster on Friday night on the back of a loss in a good display against Leinster and a win from an indifferent performance against Connacht.

Having picked up a total of six points from those two away inter-pros, Murphy is hoping that home advantage in Belfast will also count when they host Clayton McMillan’s side.