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# worthy winners

This year

2023

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

All time

Shamrock Rovers close the gap on top-four with well-deserved victory over Seagulls

The Hoops scored two unanswered goals against Bray Wanderers at Tallaght Stadium this evening.

5.6k

May 30th 2017, 9:52 PM

'Myself and Leo thought it was fitting for the lads to lift the cup' - Jamie Heaslip

Leinster’s stand-in captain was happy to stand back and let Jonny Sexton and Isa Nacewa take the plaudits.

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May 18th 2013, 12:02 AM