Ulster take advantage of error-strewn Munster

Rob Penney’s side travel to Glasgow for tough semi-final clash

Munster bring in Andrew Smith from Brumbies

Greg Feek also appointed Ireland’s scrum coach, Connacht make two new signings

Toulon march on after Munster’s brave effort comes up short

Simon Zebo scores only try of Heineken Cup semi-final in Marseille

Munster must engage Toulon in warfare long before the inevitable ruck

To do so they must recognise their weaknesses and play to their strengths

Munster seal bonus-point win over Connacht in Galway

Conor Murray comes on as replacement outhalf as thoughts turn to Toulon

Munster lose unbeaten record at Thomond Park

Glasgow deserving winners as Rob Penney’s side brought back to earth with a bump

Munster make seven changes to face Glasgow

Peter O’Mahony’s operation a ‘great success’, says Rob Penney

Three wins can set up a famous final four

Munster tackle Toulouse first with Aviva Stadium semi-final places within grasp

Peter O’Mahony cleared to face Toulouse

Munster make just two changes with O’Mahony and James Downey back in the side

Munster entering key period with Penney’s extended goodbye and Foley’s succession

Foley in tricky situation but winning, starting on Saturday, would make things easier

Wary Rob Penney sends out a warning shot to his players

Head coach knows a big improvement will be required against Leinster next Saturday as Munster go second in Pro12 table

Munster see off Treviso to move back into second spot

Tries from Keith Earls and James Downey in scrappy Thomond Park clash

Munster back on top with Ospreys win

Rob Penney’s side run in three tries to pick up a victory at Liberty Stadium

Munster boosted by return of Ireland trio for Ospreys game

Donnacha Ryan and Tommy O’Donnell both start in the pack, as fullback Felix Jones returns

Simon Zebo named at fullback for Munster’s clash with Cardiff

Rob Penney makes nine changes for Thomond Park encounter, James Coughlan named captain

Technology’s growing influence in the game

To gain an edge on and off the pitch, in training, playing and even sleeping, all manner of equipment is being used

Rory Best to make 150th Ulster appearance against Leicester

Prop Callum Black to make his competition debut in Pool 5 decider at Welford Road

Conor Murray to start for Munster against Gloucester

Damien Varley retains place and Simon Zebo returns to the squad for trip to Kingsholm

Conor Murray back in the reckoning for Munster

Scrumhalf has been out for four weeks with a knee injury, Simon Zebo also back in training

JJ Hanrahan steers steady Munster past Connacht

Little sign of festive spirit in bad-tempered clash as Connacht secure bonus point

Munster move further clear with Connacht victory

JJ Hanrahan scores all the Pro12 leader’s points in Christmas derby at Thomond Park

Munster make 14 changes for Connacht clash

Outhalf JJ Hanrahan the only player to remain from side that started against Scarlets

Munster make four changes for Perpignan rematch

Donnacha Ryan to start alongside Paul O’Connell, Cathal Sheridan comes in for the injured Conor Murray

Much more intelligent effort needed for Connacht to complete famous double

Munster’s five tries against Perpignan mask other issues

Job done for Munster but plenty of room for improvement in return tie

Injury to Conor Murray a concern but misfiring lineout is the biggest worry

Munster name Paul O’Connell in starting XV to play Dragons

Coach Rob Penney makes 12 changes to side for trip to Wales

Munster look to have enough in reserve for Ospreys

Hard-fought win in Glasgow proves Rob Penney’s men are moving in right direction

Keatley man of the match but James Cronin’s cameo was crucial to Munster’s victory

Tighthead Fitzpatrick has vital role for Ulster in tonight’s season-defining H Cup battle with Leicester

O’Mahony to lead Munster on return to the side

Zebo and Earls also return while Madigan named at fullback for Leinster

Joe Schmidt puts his stamp on Ireland squad

The 42 players will assemble at Carton House on Sunday

Andrew Conway to start for Munster against Zebre

Donnacha Ryan also set for his first start of the season, with JJ Hanrahan in at outhalf

Munster’s BJ Botha out for four weeks

Prop sustained a Grade 2 medial ligament injury, Dineen and Earls back in full training

Diligent Downey finally reaps reward with first Ireland cap against Canada in Toronto

The 32-year-old centre will earn his first Ireland cap after a lifetime in the shad

Canada lock Cudmore ruled out of Ireland game

Clermont Auvergne player broke a hand in Top 14 semi-final

Trinity College director of rugby Tony Smeeth explains why US Eagles are set to spread their wings

Stuart Olding set for Ireland tour after passing fitness test on ankle

Kiss delighted at Best’s belated Lions call-up

Replacement captain Peter O’Mahony looking forward to challenge of leading tour

Seán Cronin called up for Ireland’s tour to USA and Canada

Leinster hooker elevated following Rory Best’s selection for the Lions

Clermont hold off brave Munster in Montpellier

French side glad to hear final whistle after epic European encounter

Munster’s Archer ruled out of Clermont game

Prop out for four or more weeks after dislocating wrist bone in recent defeat to Dragons

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