Munster and Leinster meet once again in one of the United Rugby Championship’s most defining rivalries, with recent history largely favoring the visitors despite a notable shift earlier this season. 

Leinster has won four of the last five meetings between the provinces, but Munster disrupted that trend in October, earning a 31-14 victory that reset momentum and reasserted Thomond Park as a difficult destination.

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Current form adds further intrigue. 

Leinster arrives in exceptional shape, having won all five of its most recent matches. That run has reinforced the province’s depth, control and consistency across competitions. 

Munster, meanwhile, has won three of its last five games, remaining competitive and resilient even as results have fluctuated. 

The contrast sets up a compelling clash between a side riding sustained momentum and one that already has proven it can disrupt expectations in this rivalry.

With Thomond Park hosting, Munster will look to build on its October breakthrough and again challenge Leinster’s authority. 

Leinster arrives intent on reclaiming control of the rivalry and extending its winning streak in a fixture that often defines seasons for both sides.

Munster vs. Leinster Kickoff Time, Lineups

Munster hosts Leinster at 2:45 p.m. ET on Dec. 27 at Thomond Park in United Rugby Championship action.

How To Watch Munster vs. Leinster

Munster vs. Leinster streams live on FloRugby and the FloSports app as part of URC coverage.

Munster Lineup vs. Leinster

Starting XV

1. Michael Milne
2. Lee Barro
3. Michael Ala'alatoa
4. Edwin Edogbo
5. Tom Ahern
6. Tadhg Beirne
7. Jack O'Donoghue
8. Gavin Coombes
9. Craig Casey
10. Jack Crowley
11. Thaakir Abrahams
12. Alex Nankivell
13. Tom Farrell
14. Calvin Nash
15. Shane Daly

Replacements

• 16. Diarmuid Barron
• 17. Jeremy Loughman
• 18. John Ryan
• 19. Jean Kleyn
• 20. Fineen Wycherley
• 21. Paddy Patterson
• 22. Dan Kelly
• 23. John Hodnett

Leinster Lineup vs. Munster

Starting XV

1. Andrew Porter
2. Ronan Kelleher
3. Thomas Clarkson
4. Joe McCarthy
5. James Ryan
6. Max Deegan
7. Josh van der Flier
8. Caelan Doris
9. Jamison Gibson-Park
10. Harry Byrne
11. James Lowe
12. Robbie Henshaw
13. Rieko Ioane
14. Tommy O'Brien
15. Ciaran Frawley

Replacements

• 16. John McKee
• 17. Paddy McCarthy
• 18. Tadhg Furlong
• 19. Diarmuid Mangan
• 20. Scott Penny
• 21. Fintan Gunne
• 22. Charlie Tector
• 23. Andrew Osborne

URC Fixtures: Round 8 Schedule

Friday, Dec. 26

• 10 AM ET – Cardiff vs. Dragons
• 12:30 PM ET – Scarlets vs. Ospreys

Saturday, Dec. 27

• 9:30 AM ET – Zebre Parma vs. Benetton
• 10 AM ET – Edinburgh vs. Glasgow Warriors
• 12:30 PM ET – Connacht vs. Ulster
• 2:45 PM ET – Munster vs. Leinster

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