Munster tune up Zebre as Welsh side share spoils with Italians
Munster ran in three tries to seal a comprehensive 21-7 victory over bottom-of-the-table Zebre at a drenched Thomond Park.
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28 Feb 2026, 13:37
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World Rugby appoint ex-New Zealand CEO Mark Robinson to key new role
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