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Munster Rout Ulster To Leapfrog Rivals In URC Race

A bonus-point win lifts Munster above Ulster in the play-off race.

Overview

  • Munster beat Ulster 41-14 at Thomond Park, running in seven tries in the interprovincial derby.
  • Back-row John Hodnett scored four tries and replacement Alex Kendellen added a hat-trick as the hosts pulled clear after the break.
  • The result moves Munster above Ulster in the United Rugby Championship standings with two rounds left in the regular season.
  • Ulster fielded a youthful side hit by injuries, with academy wing Aitzol Arenzana-King scoring on debut before hooker John Andrew crossed late.
  • JJ Hanrahan started at fly-half after Jack Crowley was injured in the warm-up, while Ulster now refocus on next week’s European Challenge Cup semi-final against Exeter.