Munster secure a hard-fought bonus-point victory over Connacht in a thrilling match at MacHale Park. Despite Connacht's spirited fightback in the latter stages, Munster's clinical finishing and strong game management prove decisive.
Connacht Rugby fought valiantly against Munster in a historic match at MacHale Park, but ultimately fell short in their pursuit of a remarkable comeback. Despite a spirited late effort, Connacht couldn't overcome Munster 's early dominance and a string of penalties that left them playing short-handed for a significant portion of the match. Munster secured a deserved bonus-point victory, showcasing impressive game management and clinical finishing.
\Munster capitalized on Connacht's early lapses, with Tom Ahern, Craig Casey, Jack Crowley, and Diarmuid Barron crossing the try line for the visitors. Connacht's response came through Sean Jansen, Caolin Blade, and Josh Ioane in the second half, but their late rally proved insufficient. Red cards for Alex Nankivell in the first half and Niall Scannell in the dying minutes, along with a yellow card for Tadhg Beirne, tested Munster's resolve but ultimately did not derail their momentum.\The attendance at MacHale Park reached a record high for Connacht home matches, with 27,870 fans cheering on the home side. Despite the loss, Connacht's resilience and determination left a lasting impression. The contest highlighted Munster's playoff aspirations, while Connacht continues its pursuit of a top-eight finish
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