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# URC

This year
2023
# the road ahead
Munster to begin title defence with home tie against Sharks as URC fixtures released
The mouthwatering inter-pros are coming up in November, December and January.
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Jul 11th 2023, 11:46 AM
# Homecoming
'This will only get better' - Rowntree's message to Munster fans
The URC winners returned home to a rapturous reception from over 10,000 fans at Thomond Park this evening.
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May 29th 2023, 9:22 PM
# URC
Crowds of 9,000 expected in Thomond Park this evening to welcome home Munster Rugby champions
Munster defeated the DHL Stormers by 19-14 on Saturday in Cape Town.
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May 29th 2023, 3:24 PM
# Champions
Munster announce details of homecoming event at Thomond Park
The province ended their 12-year trophy drought with victory over the Stormers in Cape Town.
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May 28th 2023, 2:23 PM
# Battling Back
'Despite those setbacks, he always believed that he would get back to his best'
Tadhg Beirne hailed the impact of RG Snyman, who overcame a wretched run of injury to help Munster end their trophy hoodoo.
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May 28th 2023, 10:38 AM
# Analysis
The brilliant John Hodnett try that pushed Munster to URC glory
Every single Munster player had a part in the game-clinching score.
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May 28th 2023, 8:00 AM
# worthy winners
Rowntree has re-energised Munster with URC success won against the odds
The feel-good factor is back at Thomond Park after a hugely encouraging campaign.
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May 28th 2023, 6:30 AM
# Second best
'Maybe I got something wrong' - Stormers boss Dobson takes blame for URC final loss
Dobson felt he was out-coached by opposite number Graham Rowntree.
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May 27th 2023, 10:41 PM
# The Boss
'I’m just delighted for the whole province. The Red Army followed us here'
Graham Rowntree expressed his elation after Munster’s win in the URC final.
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May 27th 2023, 10:20 PM
# Champions
Munster win the URC and end 12-year trophy drought by downing the Stormers in Cape Town
Munster showed steel and accuracy to claim a deserved victory.
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May 27th 2023, 8:09 PM
# SUAF
The 12-year wait is over. Munster's transformation has been remarkable
Graham Rowntree has overseen a stunning season and Munster are URC champions.
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May 27th 2023, 8:07 PM
# Champions
Never-say-die Munster fire late to sink Stormers and claim URC title
The southern province have ended their 12-year wait for a trophy.
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May 27th 2023, 7:37 PM
AS IT HAPPENED
DHL Stormers v Munster, URC Grand Final
Relive all the action as it happened in Cape Town.
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May 27th 2023, 4:16 PM
# Leader
'It's a huge goal of mine' - O'Mahony's big chance to end long trophy wait with Munster
To see the Munster captain lift the URC trophy would feel like fitting reward for one of the greatest players the province has produced.
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May 27th 2023, 7:00 AM
# strength in depth
Rowntree banking on impact of Munster's own 'bomb squad'
RG Snyman is among the replacements for tomorrow’s URC final, but is nonetheless expected to have a major influence.
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May 26th 2023, 1:46 PM
# Selection
Murray, Nash, and Fekitoa back in Munster team for URC final
RG Snyman also returns but will be used off the bench against the Stormers.
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May 26th 2023, 12:03 PM
# Dobbo
Administration, a mission, and 'niggle' with Munster - The Stormers story
Head coach John Dobson has driven the Cape Town side to brilliant results in the last two years.
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May 26th 2023, 6:30 AM
# Analysis
Anatomy of a drop goal: How Munster created Crowley's winning kick
Leinster looked like they were on their way to victory until a late drive from Munster.
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May 16th 2023, 7:00 AM
# Motivation
Stormers coach explains 'that' celebration video after Munster beat Leinster
John Dobson insists his side have the utmost respect for Munster but are ecstatic to get another chance to ‘make Cape Town smile.’
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May 16th 2023, 6:15 AM
# final hurdle
Leinster quickly park URC semi-final pain as La Rochelle lie in wait
The province won’t be URC champions this year but can still land the biggest prize in European club rugby.
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May 15th 2023, 7:15 AM
# The Man
Earls determined to end Munster's long wait for silverware after 'rough season'
The winger feared his campaign was over after injuring his groin last month.
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May 15th 2023, 6:00 AM
# SUAF
'Pete spoke really well about this not being our final. We go to Cape Town with belief'
Munster boss Graham Rowntree reflects on a famous win in Dublin.
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May 13th 2023, 8:55 PM
# Rugby
Defending champions Stormers outclass gutsy Connacht to return to URC final
Andy Friend’s side fought all the way to the end in Cape Town.
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May 13th 2023, 5:27 PM
# Still On Top
Defending champions Stormers outclass gutsy Connacht to return to URC final
Andy Friend’s side fought all the way to the end in Cape Town.
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May 13th 2023, 5:12 PM
AS IT HAPPENED
Leinster v Munster, URC semi-final
Munster join Stormers in the decider after a thrilling late win at the Aviva Stadium.
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May 13th 2023, 5:11 PM
AS IT HAPPENED
Stormers v Connacht, URC semi-final
Catch up on all the action as Connacht called in to Cape Town to take on the defending champions.
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May 13th 2023, 2:34 PM
# Preview
Leinster go strong, but Munster can put fire back into one-sided rivalry
Graham Rowntree’s side need to be brave to avoid a familiar outcome at Aviva Stadium.
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May 13th 2023, 6:00 AM
# Team news
O'Mahony fit to captain Munster as Leinster welcome back Henshaw for URC semi-final
The two provinces go head-to-head at Aviva Stadium tomorrow.
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May 12th 2023, 2:32 PM
# Team news
Connacht named unchanged team for semi-final date with Stormers
The province take on the defending champions in Cape Town tomorrow.
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May 12th 2023, 12:34 PM
# Team news
O'Mahony fit to captain Munster as Leinster welcome back Henshaw for URC semi-final
The two provinces go head-to-head at Aviva Stadium tomorrow.
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May 12th 2023, 12:21 PM
# Showdown
'We know Munster are going to bring up bucketloads from Munster'
Leinster back row Max Deegan hopes to see the province’s fans out in force.
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May 12th 2023, 6:00 AM
# Showpiece
TG4 to broadcast URC final as fixture details confirmed
Leinster, Munster and Connacht are all still vying for a place in the decider.
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May 11th 2023, 2:17 PM
# recognition
Six Irish players named on URC's Team of the Season
Leinster have the largest representation of any single club.
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May 11th 2023, 11:15 AM
# Roscommon People
Rossies lead the way for Connacht charge in Cape Town
Connacht’s Niall Murray admits he doesn’t remember the 2016 Pro12 win – he was too busy playing Gaelic football.
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May 10th 2023, 3:42 PM
# Friendy
Andy Friend will be missed in Connacht after an impressive final season
Connacht take on the Stormers in the URC semi-finals this weekend.
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May 9th 2023, 9:13 PM
# Derby Day
Munster's injury toll is brutal but they must embrace this shot at Leinster
Graham Rowntree could be without six starters from last weekend’s URC quarter-final win.
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May 8th 2023, 7:30 PM
# Pride
'The likes of Jack Carty know what it means to play for Connacht'
The western province have a small budget but are in the URC semi-finals.
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May 8th 2023, 6:30 AM
# chasing the double
'We want it to be competitive, we want the group to be pushing each other'
Leinster cruised into the URC semi-finals with a 30-point defeat of the Sharks on Saturday.
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May 7th 2023, 6:00 AM
# squaring off
URC Semi-finals: Connacht to face Stormers, Leinster and Munster to square off
The details for both URC semi-finals have been confirmed.
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May 6th 2023, 10:00 PM
# standing up
Munster withstand the pressure to set up URC semi-final with Leinster
Munster lost Peter O’Mahony to injury at the start of the game but held out for a 14-5 win in Glasgow.
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May 6th 2023, 9:54 PM
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