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Ian Costello: There's no point in feeling sorry for ourselves

Munster interim head coach Ian Costello said his team will take defeat to Leinster on the chin and look to learn from some harsh lessons after they were beaten 28-7 in Friday night's BKT United Rugby Championship derby at Thomond Park.

Jimmy Thelin reading Aberdeen riot act was needed as Nicky Devlin reveals what must happen now

Nicky Devlin insists being publicly shamed by boss Jimmy Thelin must be a starting point in bringing Aberdeen’s alarming form slump to an end.

Leinster out-muscle Munster at Thomond Park to maintain winning start

Too powerful, too clinical, and too much depth. Munster were no match for Leinster at Thomond Park, as the league leaders maintained their dominant start to the BKT United Rugby Championship with a 28-7 win.

Cullen delighted as 'sensible' Leinster see off Munster

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen praised his side's attitude as they fended off Munster to maintain their 100% start to the season at Thomond Park.

Connacht make three changes, Ulster hand Jack Murphy first start

Connacht have made three changes to their side to take on Ulster at Dexcom Stadium in Saturday's URC derby, while the visitors have handed academy out-half Jack Murphy a first start.