'I haven't played a lot of rugby' - Simon Zebo keen for game time after 'stop-start' season

Simon Zebo's second coming was long awaited, but so far we've only seen glimpses of magic from Munster's record tryscorer.

But that's not to say Zebo himself has disappointed.

Like many in the four provinces, Covid-19 has meant his season has been stop-start, stuttering along and denying him momentum.

He hasn't played consecutive games since the opening two weeks of the season, with a recipe of Covid, squad rotation and his red card against Ulster meaning he's played just six games across the campaign.

When he has played, he's played some of the classic hits. His two tries on his return to Thomond Park in September reminded Munster fans of the good old days, while his brace against Wasps in the Champions Cup last month helped release the pressure valve after a difficult period both on and off the pitch.

Overall, it's been a chaotic first season back, but one he's clearly enjoyed, having extended his initial one-year contract by a further two years last month, meaning he'll be hanging around Limerick until 2024 at the very least.

"It's great for myself and my family, we're all really happy," he says of his contract extension.

"This is my home club and the club I grew up wanting to play for. Having the opportunity to come back from Racing and re-join, I’m very grateful for that.

"To get to extend my stay is great and I’ll keep doing what I’m doing and try to put my best foot forward and see where the chips fall. And hopefully win some trophies."

He's made no secret of the fact that getting back into an Ireland jersey was one of his main reasons for coming home, after three years in Paris with Racing 92.

The 31-year-old was recalled by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in November, but couldn't break into the matchday squad for the