Munster

Hugo Keenan and RG Snyman passed fit for Irish giants but Owen Farrell out of Champions Cup showdown

The teams have been named for the Champions Cup last-16 ties.

‘It became very clear to me’ – Antoine Frisch declares his international allegiance

Munster centre Antoine Frisch has decided whether he will play for Ireland or France.

Munster lose another prop as dangerous clear-out results in ban despite yellow card

Another blow to Munster ahead of the Investec Champions Cup clash against Northampton Saints.

Champions Cup talking points: ‘Finally’ heating up, ‘lethal’ Toulouse pair, title-winning credentials and officiating peace

Before the action gets underway, Planet Rugby gives you some intriguing storylines to follow this weekend.

Ireland legend ends months of speculation over his future with new deal

Munster's Conor Murray has signed a one-year contract extension with the United Rugby Championship (URC) outfit and the Irish Rugby Football Union.

Form guide: How every Investec Champions Cup last-16 club has fared recently

A look at every Investec Champions Cup last-16 club's recent form as the tournament returns for the highly anticipated knockout stages.

Explainer: How the Investec Champions Cup knockout stages work

In light of the prestigious club competition entering the knockout phase, we take a look at the format and who might play who in the next stage.

URC Team of the Week: Jack Crowley and Lukhanyo Am selected alongside ‘rejuvenated’ Ireland star

Following another enthralling weekend of United Rugby Championship action, we have asked Simon Thomas to give us his Team of the Week.

Peter O’Mahony decision ‘imminent’ amidst retirement talk while Munster boss addresses RG Snyman absence

Peter O’Mahony is set to decide on his future, according to Munster head coach Graham Rowntree.

URC wrap: Leinster make ‘big statement’ against Bulls while Ospreys exceed expectations

Review of Round 13 of the United Rugby Championship as Leinster won the top-of-the-table clash with the Bulls 47-14 at the RDS on Friday.

Jack Crowley steers Munster past Cardiff while Scotland wing scores hat-trick in Glasgow procession

Munster claimed a narrow win over Cardiff while Glasgow Warriors hammered Scarlets on the road in the late United Rugby Championship games.

Internationals return from Six Nations duty while Wales forward set for Ospreys milestone

Check out all the team news for Round 13 of the United Rugby Championship, with two games taking place on Friday and six more on Saturday.

‘This move is exactly what I need’ says Ireland international ahead of Top 14 switch

While the decision to leave Munster was not an easy one, Joey Carbery has revealed that the chance to play in France was a move he could not turn down.

United Rugby Championship: Unpacking the tight playoff race that includes 11 teams

There are 11 teams within reach of the URC's top eight making the business end of the regular season even more interesting, Planet Rugby unpacks the race to the playoffs.

URC Team of the Week: ‘Simply outstanding’ Springbok shines as young stars take their chance

Following a thrilling return to action for the United Rugby Championship, Planet Rugby selected the top performers from the round.

URC WRAP: South African clean sweep as ‘grandmaster’ Springbok shines and champions claim ‘massive win’

Review of round 12 of the United Rugby Championship as Springboks veteran Willie Le Roux stars as Bulls, Lions, Sharks and Stormers all win.

Springbok RG Snyman stars for Munster as Welsh woes continue into the URC

Munster and Glasgow Warriors were victorious over Ospreys and Cardiff respectively as the URC returned to action on Friday evening.

Springbok World Cup winner makes long awaited Stormers return while veteran prop hits 200 for Edinburgh

Check out all the team news ahead of the weekend’s United Rugby Championship action.

George North ruled out for Ospreys after Achilles rupture on final Wales appearance while Mike Haley set for Munster milestone

The teams have been named for Friday’s United Rugby Championship action as Glasgow Warriors face Cardiff and the Ospreys take on Munster.

Munster announce clash against All Blacks XV as ‘long and rich’ tradition continues

Munster have announced that they will host a fixture against the All Blacks XV at Thomond Park in Limerick on Saturday, November 2.

France call-up uncapped Irish-qualified star ahead of England Six Nations finale

France head coach Fabien Galthie has named his squad to begin preparations for the final round of the 2024 Six Nations as Les Blues clash with England.

Who’s hot and who’s not: All Blacks stars shine, Jordie Barrett’s red card and ‘rude’ Bongi Mbonambi

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Seven-try Munster get job done while Edinburgh cling on against Ospreys

Munster claimed a bonus-point win over Zebre Parma while Edinburgh held on to beat Ospreys in the United Rugby Championship on Friday.

Springboks stars back for Stormers while Ireland wing reaches milestone

Check out all the team news for Round 11 of the United Rugby Championship, with two games taking place on Friday and six more on Saturday.

Ireland trio back for Munster while Scotland stalwart hits Edinburgh century

The teams have been named for Friday’s United Rugby Championship action as Edinburgh and Munster host the Ospreys and Zebre Parma respectively.

Ireland call up Munster duo while Wales add prop ahead of Six Nations showdown

Ireland have added two Munster forwards to their squad as they prepare to take on Wales in the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Zach Mercer’s reaction to England snub, transparency over Springboks deal and World Cup abuse

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Graham Rowntree calls for improvement from ‘disjointed’ Munster

Munster boss Graham Rowntree has called for improvement from his side despite them clinching a 42-7 away victory against the Scarlets on Friday night.

Munster run riot at Scarlets while Edinburgh fightback denies Zebre Parma rare victory

Gavin Coombes scored two tries as Munster eased to a bonus-point victory at Scarlets while Edinburgh fought back to beat Zebre Parma on Friday.

Ireland back three option starts for Leinster while Springboks star makes shock comeback

Check on the team news for Round 10 of the United Rugby Championship, with two games on Friday, five on Saturday and one on Sunday.