Solid defence and Earls’s brace secure Munster passage into semi-finals

Johann van Graan’s side come from behind against Edinburgh to claim hard-fought win

Van Graan praises Munster’s resilience in melting pot

Head coach thanks Munster support after his side book a third straight semi-final spot

Munster braced for testing quarter-final against Edinburgh

Joey Carbery returns as Johann van Graan makes 11 changes to squad that beat Zebre

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All you need to know ahead of the first quarter-final of Champions Cup weekend

Munster’s record of grinding out wins in big games a huge asset

Other figures add up to a difficult assignment for the visitors at Murrayfield

O’Mahony puts Cardiff behind him as Edinburgh beckons

Champions Cup quarter-finals come just a fortnight after Ireland’s Six Nations defeat

Leavy and McGrath return for Leinster visit to Edinburgh

Flalnker’s fitness a boost for Cullen in advance of Champions Cup quarter-final

Richard Cockerill: the English terrier putting the dog back in Scottish rugby

There’s a Jim Telfer-esque quality to Cockerill, a toughness, an obsession with winning

Sam Johnson handed Scotland debut in Six Nations opener

Gary Graham — previously called up by England — could also win his first cap

Edinburgh take down Montpellier to book home quarter-final

Result also confirms last eight spots for Leinster, Glasgow and Racing 92

Leinster immersion has helped Stuart Lancaster heal World Cup wounds

Former England coach talks about his time in Ireland and the death of his father

Edinburgh close in on last eight with victory in Toulon

Richard Cockerill’s team on the brink after earning memorable win in Stade Mayol

Champions Cup: Irish provinces reaching 'must-win' stage

A slow burner could be about to catch fire heading into the final two rounds of pool fixtures

Geordan Murphy needs Tigers to wear hearts on sleeves

Former Ireland international was appointed Leicester’s full-time coach on Tuesday

Geordan Murphy made permanent Leicester head coach

Former Irish fullback has said club is at ‘their lowest ebb’ after run of eight straight defeats

How they stand: Gerry Thornley’s Champions Cup pools guide

Leinster and Munster best placed of the Irish provinces heading into pivotal rounds

Munster have quality everywhere as they face down Edinburgh

Home side bolstered by returning internationals while visitors are missing theirs

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Forward power can help Castres pip Exeter in one of weekend’s most intriguing ties

Geordan Murphy: 'It’s a fickle world but it’s nice to be doing what you love'

Leicester coach knows the pressure is on at a club where the message is win, just win

Champions Cup: Gerry Thornley's club-by-club guide

A look at the 20 sides in the 2018-19 Heineken Cup who are bidding for the ultimate prize

Gerry Thornley: Pro14 balance is tipping further towards home teams

For years we cocked our collective snoots at the French and their 'rotating'

Edinburgh win completes satisfying opening weeks for Leinster

Record loss to Connacht last year was lowest point of Leinster’s all-conquering season

Leinster find their bonus in taking the wide approach against Edinburgh

Head knocks to James Ryan and Dan Leavy the only down point at the RDS

Cullen reshuffles Leinster for ‘very physical’ Edinburgh clash

Leavy in line to return to side for match in which Sexton will make his 150th appearance

‘Rugby is too PC’ outburst shows battle at the heart of the game

Geordan Murphy’s remark on Leicester red card comes amid new focus on head injuries

Connacht salvage late bonus point as Edinburgh open account

Andy Friend’s side outmuscled for the first 60 minutes at Murrayfield

Bundee Aki ‘raring to go’ for Connacht, says Andy Friend

In-form youngster Paul Boyle has been selected for Edinburgh challenge on Friday

Leicester job gives Geordan Murphy a chance to shine

Long-serving Irishman faces first game in charge after the sacking of Matt O’Connor

Home comfort can help Ulster maintain early momentum

New coach McFarland will be keen to see his side prevail in advance of games in South Africa

Jordi Murphy set for Ulster debut as Henderson returns

Coach Dan McFarland will be keen to build momentum after victory over Scarlets

Leinster strongly represented on Pro14 awards night

Cullen claims coach’s award while five of the province’s players chosen on ‘dream team’

Semi-final date against Leinster certain to focus Munster minds

‘We are going to Dublin to play the best team in Europe’ says coach van Graan

Johann Van Graan fully aware Munster's season is on the brink

‘Edinburgh are a red-hot team, playing some fantastic rugby’ says Munster boss of Scots

All in the Scrum: Tom Daly dives back into action with Lansdowne

Chris Ashton breaks a Top 14 scoring record, Edinburgh off to a flyer against the Scarlets

Duncan Weir comes in to steer Edinburgh past Connacht

Kieran Keane’s side now face playoff route if they are to qualify for Champions Cup

Tom English: Scotland have a newfound hope and pride in their team

Under Townsend, side have rediscovered joy after close to 20 years of grinding failure

John Barclay excited by the expectation on Scotland to wow

‘They will not take us lightly this time’: captain ready for clash with ‘formidable’ Wales

Twenty years a Tiger: Geordan Murphy ready for fresh challenge

Leicester’s assistant coach favourite to take top job at Cardiff Blues next season

Russian minnows Krasny Yar shock Challenge Cup holders Stade Francais

Challenge Cup round-up: Worcester lose Ben Te’o to ankle injury in win over Brive

Leinster seriously depleted for trip to South Africa

Rob Kearney, Dan Leavy, Devin Toner and Scott Fardy among those not travelling

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