Munster will have to face defending back-to-back champions Union Bordeaux Bègles after a tough Champions Cup pool draw on Wednesday.

Jager said it was "with a very heavy heart" that he was stepping away from the game, describing his 10-year professional career as "nothing short of a privilege."

Bulls were threatening to run away it and got their first try of the second half in the 54th minute when Papier claimed his second of the afternoon and the hosts’ fifth.

It is likely that Crowley will see a specialist over an injury, which places a doubt over his availability for Ireland’s summer matches against Australia, Japan and New Zealand.

Current indications are for a return to more unsettled conditions for the long weekend, with some rain and showers forecast. Highest daytime temperatures falling back to the mid to high teens.

Despite a spirited effort from Cork, Kerry ran out 2-13 to 1-15 winners.

The appointment of Randle had triggered unease at the province due to an historic rape accusation made against the New Zealander dating back to 1997 when he was a player on tour with the Hurricanes.

Munster flexed their muscles as the second half got under way, replacement Kendellen touching down twice to wrap up the bonus point and Hanrahan successful with his second attempt at goal to stretch his side’s lead to 24-7.

They gave themselves too much to do as the Exeter Chiefs ran out 31-21 in their round of 16 clash this afternoon.

Munster saw their United Rugby Championship playoff hopes dented after being edged out 34-31 by the Bulls despite a spirited display in Pretoria

The Royals eased past Kildare by 1-21 to 10 points in Newbridge.

Glasgow inflicted a fourth league defeat in their last five games on Clayton McMillan’s men.

With five minutes left, Castres lock Leone Nakarawa was sent to the sin bin

A busy day of Premier League and Champions Cup action.

Leo Cullen's side welcome back Tadhg Furlong and RG Snyman from injury, with Snyman partnered by James Ryan in the second row.

Three penalties from scrum-half Nathan Doak gave Richie Murphy's team a 9-3 lead by the 42nd minute.

Munster scored three first half tries through Shane Daly, Lee Barron and Jack Crowley. Mike Haley secured the bonus point in the second half

The Stormers take top spot in the table after a 27-21 victory against Munster in Limerick.

These properties offer a rare opportunity to own a slice of Ireland’s architectural legacy.

Players are reminded that all National Lottery prizes must be claimed within 90 days of the draw date.

Munster now have home games against Benetton Rugby and Ulster in which to ensure they can reach the play-offs.

Former Munster and Ireland fly-half O’Gara had guided La Rochelle to two Champions Cup final wins during the past three seasons.

From 2 pm on Friday until 2 pm on Saturday, a yellow rain warning is in place for Carlow, Kilkenny, Galway, Wexford, and all of Munster.

Met Éireann is warning hazardous driving conditions are likely.

Leinster will take on Harlequins with Ulster facing a tough task when they take on top seeded side Bordeaux Bègles

Errigal Ciarán claimed the title with a scoreline of 1-08 to 0-10 in their favour.

Winning a maiden All-Ireland football championship title ensured 2024 was already a special year for Ciara Butler

Heavy rain moving up from the south will transition to sleet and snow on Wednesday night and will continue through Thursday morning

Leo Cullen has named 12 Irish internationals in his starting 15, as they seek to maintain their 100 per cent start to the season.

In September, the Football Review Committee produced an update to its proposed rule enhancements to the game, which include a 1-v-1 throw-in to start a game, instead of two players from each team.

Tries from Chris Farrell and Calvin Nash had the hosts up at the break.

The rugby player died last Friday and his funeral is due to be held in Ringaskiddy, Co Cork, on Wednesday

There were just under 12 and a half thousand second-hand homes for sale across the country in July, according to new analysis by MyHome.ie

The trial judge described the case, which involved the sexual abuse and neglect of a number of young children, as 'sheer horror'

Munster picked up a 33-13 away win

The home team had fly-half Johan Goosen sent off after 54 minutes for a dangerous challenge and Munster kept their composure to claim an outstanding win.

Laois take on Leitrim in the National Football League Divison 4 final before Down meet Westmeath in the Division 3 decider

Galway, Clare, Limerick, Kerry and Cork remain under a yellow alert for rain until midday on Monday

Munster started the campaign with a bonus-point win over Sharks last week

The 30-year-old Munster lock represented Ireland at the 2019 World Cup in Japan

Peter O’Mahony will become only the 10th Irishman to earn 100 caps on Saturday.