The defending champions, Munster, are scheduled to compete against Glasgow in the URC semi-final at Thomond Park. This match comes following Leinster’s loss to Bulls in Pretoria, and Graham Rowntree’s team is determined to secure a place in the final against South African opposition. Kick-off is at 6 pm, promising an electrifying match for fans.
Munster has been on an impressive winning streak, with six consecutive victories since their defeat to Northampton Saints in European action. They have emerged victorious against the Bulls, Lions, Connacht, Edinburgh, and Ulster, leading up to their 23-7 win over Ospreys last Friday.
On the other hand, Glasgow’s form has been somewhat inconsistent leading up to the knockout rounds, with recent defeats to the Lions and Vodacom Bulls. However, they rebounded with a strong 27-10 win over the DHL Stormers, showcasing their potential to put up a strong fight.
Glasgow Warriors’ head coach, Franco Smith, has opted for an unchanged side that secured a remarkable victory over the DHL Stormers. The team possesses a wealth of talent from the Scottish squad, including Zander Fagerson, Scott Cummings, Matt Fagerson, Jack Dempsey, George Horne, Sione Tuipulotu, and Huw Jones.
In terms of the lineup, Munster has received a significant boost with Alex Nankivell cleared to start. Coach Graham Rowntree has made four personnel changes, welcoming Nankivell and Mike Haley back into the side. Simon Zebo will move to the wing, and the half-back pairing of Craig Casey and Jack Crowley remains the same. Additionally, Fineen Wycherley will join the second-row, with Jack O’Donoghue, and a 6-2 split on the bench.
The highly anticipated match is expected to draw a sell-out crowd of 25,600 at Thomond Park. Rugby enthusiasts can catch the live action on TG4 and TG4 Player online, as well as Premier Sports. Do not miss this thrilling encounter between Munster and Glasgow Warriors in the semi-final of the United Rugby Championship.