A hat-trick from Matt Currie propelled Edinburgh to a thrilling 34-28 triumph over Munster at Musgrave Park in Cork, marking a historic milestone as they became the first away team in the United Rugby Championship (URC) to win at this venue since 2019.
Edinburgh’s victory was characterized by a formidable scrum that allowed them to secure a bonus point for four tries by halftime. Despite Munster’s late charge to narrow the deficit with two late tries, led by Sean O’Brien and a conversion from Billy Burns, Edinburgh’s lead held strong, earning them a crucial win that moves them up to sixth in the standings, just three points behind Munster.
The match opened with fly-half Ross Thompson kicking a penalty to give Edinburgh an early lead. However, Munster responded swiftly with a try from Alex Nankivell, showcasing their attacking abilities. Yet, from that point, it was largely Edinburgh’s day. They asserted their dominance, with Currie scoring his first try after some powerful runs from the back row, followed by a second try that was set up by a clever kick over the top by scrum-half Ben Vellacot.
Currie’s contributions continued as he sealed his hat-trick, marking a standout performance for the wing. Edinburgh’s fourth try came from Magnus Bradbury, reinforcing their strong first half and ensuring they had the bonus point well ahead of the break.
In the second half, Munster fought back, aided by a charged-down kick that led to a try by Nankivell. Despite this resurgence, Edinburgh’s Currie managed to intercept a loose ball to add his third try, seeming to secure the match for the visitors. Munster, however, kept the pressure on, with a late try from Ben O’Connor intensifying the final minutes, but fell short of reclaiming the lead.
As the URC season unfolds, this match reflects the competitive spirit and unpredictability inherent in rugby, echoing the resilience seen across recent fixtures involving teams like Ireland and Scotland, where strategic depth and youthful energy are being harnessed for future success.
This victory not only highlights Edinburgh’s current momentum but also sets an encouraging tone for their upcoming matches as they push for a strong finish in this season’s URC campaign. Fans will be hopeful that the blend of skill and determination displayed by Edinburgh can continue to propel them forward in future encounters.
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