They say a week is a long time in politics, but what about a fortnight in rugby? Fourteen days ago, a united and triumphant Irish team lifted the Six Nations trophy and claimed the first Grand Slam for Ireland in 61 years. Brothers in arms then, but tonight, the Munster and Leinster elements of that Irish team lock horns in the Magners League at Thomond Park.There is plenty to play for in this fixture. Munster are three points ahead of Leinster, on top of the Magners table, so the result of this match will go some way in determining the destination of this year’s title. A win for Munster without conceding a bonus point would put them seven clear, while a similar result for Leinster would see the men in blue take over at the top.There is also the issue of bragging rights. Last... Similar posts