Tom Ahern stars as Munster see off Glasgow in Cork

Munster maintained their impeccable Musgrave Park record as they returned to winning ways in the BKT United Rugby Championship with an eventful 40-29 win against leaders Glasgow Warriors.

The province haven't lost at their Cork ground since 2019, and that record never looked in real doubt against the Scottish side, with the champions making a hot start on a freezing December night.

Graham Rowntree’s side scored three tries in a blistering first 15 minutes, with Edwin Edogbo, Tom Ahern and Diarmuid Barron all crossing the line, while Ahern’s second try before half time ensured the bonus-point was secure inside 40 minutes.

Ahern was inspired form in his 56-minute showing, his new home in the back row allowing the 6ft 7in Waterford man use his pace more in the open field.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell will no doubt have been impressed with the 23-year-old's start to the season.

Alex Nankivell and John Hodnett added further tries in the second half, with Jack Crowley kicking five conversions from six for a 10-point tally.

While Glasgow eventually finished within 11 points, they never got close enough to put the result in doubt, but the trouble they caused with their maul will be a major concern for Rowntree as the Champions Cup looms.

The Warriors scored all five of their tries from that source, and had Duncan Weir’s kicking been better, the result could have been different.

Having made a fast start against Leinster a week ago, Munster came out hot again at Musgrave Park, taking advantage of some poor discipline from the visitors.

Glasgow conceded four penalties inside the first six minutes – two at the breakdown before two at the lineout – and while they did stop Munster's maul from getting close to the line, a series of strong