Tom Savage

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

ANATOMY OF A SEASON 2025/26 :: Year Zero

"In my beginning is my end" — Eliot, East Coker

https://t.co/I8kvbBoMNC

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

Obviously an absolute sickener, but it's the best move for him, his family and his future health.

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Oli Jager has today confirmed that he will retire from professional rugby with immediate effect on medical grounds.

Everyone at Munster Rugby wishes Oli and his family all the best for the future.

Read his full statement: https://t.co/aFqEDS3eyh

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

Even when they go through a bad patch in a game, they know how to stem the bleeding.

They felt they had a disadvantage in the scrum, so they never let it become a factor. They knew they could attack the bulls lineout, so they made sure they had more of them.

[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

One of the best things about this Leinster team is that they rarely beat themselves when it comes to big URC games. They don't implode for those 10/15 minute blocks that all the other sides have in their locker. It's a massive strength.

[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

Some really exciting young players here.

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Munster Rugby can confirm eight promising young players have joined the Academy ahead of the 2026/27 season.

See full details: https://t.co/0t1CE0XwTC

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Munster Rugby can confirm eight promising young players have joined the Academy ahead of the 2026/27 season.

See full details: https://t.co/0t1CE0XwTC

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

A big thanks to Tony Butler, Fionn Gibbons, Paddy Patterson & Andrew Smith for their contributions to Munster Rugby as they depart this summer.

Everyone at Munster Rugby wishes Tony, Fionn, Paddy & Andrew the very best for the future.

Full details: https://t.co/F7isJSYfrx

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Thanks for your support once again throughout the 2025/26 season 🚩

Wach the full interview with Head Coach Clayton McMillan as he looks ahead to the 2026/27 campaign: https://t.co/GSnUDzjBdz

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

We Go Again, Together.

MRSC Season Memberships are open for general sale!

There are 6 options available with membership delivering approximately 25% savings compared to match-by-match purchasing.

See full details: https://t.co/VrS8ktAOTZ

Thanks for your support 🙌

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Pre-season fixture in France 🇫🇷

Munster Rugby will face @StadeRochelais in our 1st pre-season clash on Friday, August 28 🟡⚫️

See full details: https://t.co/cidzW3WVWU

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Tigers coming to Cork 🐯

Munster Rugby will face English giants @LeicesterTigers at Virgin Media Park on Friday, September 18 ✅

It will be a 7.15pm kick-off with tickets now available: https://t.co/Rv72XHi1A6

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

This is an excellent read. Gives a lot of context around who's doing what in the new coaching set up.

[Irish Examiner Sport @ExaminerSport]

Camp McMillan: how Munster coach put new coaching jigsaw in place https://t.co/YMFayRfjof

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Munster Rugby and the IRFU are currently inviting applications for the role of Pathway Athletic Development Coach, WNTS 🏋️‍♀️

Apply here 👉 https://t.co/4qJAAmLMnG

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

A real positive. Anyone I've spoken to about Payne has been impressed with how well-rounded he is as a coach.

Equally as important was keeping Mossy Lawlor in situ. Incredibly highly rated as a coach inside and outside Munster, and who's getting a huge opportunity here too

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Welcome Jared!

Former @IrishRugby international Jared Payne has joined Munster Rugby as Assistant Coach on a two-year deal 🤩

We are also pleased to confirm a new contract for Mossy Lawler that keeps him at the province until 2028 as Assistant Coach 💪

See full details: https://t.co/AzxKVZSREE

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

A shame to see James Lowe head off at the end of the season. He's been a great player for Ireland and Leinster in that time.

[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

Awful news about Philip Brown. A great man of Irish Rugby. RIP.

[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

This was a great chat with a top guy, who had an unbelievable career with Munster.

Check it out

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Jean Kleyn features in Episode 1 of the new Access Munster podcast 🎙️

Visit https://t.co/kUlsu4wT9M for the full episode.

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[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Welcome, Jimmy! 🤝

Munster Rugby are pleased to announce that Jimmy Duffy will join the province as Forwards Coach ahead of the 2026/27 season on a two-year deal 📝

More Info 👉 https://t.co/78k9GV4MAx

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[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

Keith Wood was an absolute freak before we really knew what freaks were. In the argument for one of the best Irish players, ever.

[Andrew Forde @andrewfrugby]

Keith Wood's kicking skills were OUTRAGEOUS for a hooker!

Always good to have a competent kicker in the pack.

FULL VIDEO: https://t.co/RMjvQwxVXq

[Tom Savage @threeredkings]

ANATOMY OF A SEASON 2025/26 :: Year Zero

"In my beginning is my end" — Eliot, East Coker

https://t.co/I8kvbBoMNC

#SUAF

[Munster Rugby @Munsterrugby]

Michael Foy moving 🆙

After completing his 3rd year in the Academy, the flanker will join the senior squad ahead of the 2027/28 season.

Full details: https://t.co/MzKxhCmIy4

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