Munster, a two-time European champion, has been eliminated from the Champions Cup at the pool stage for only the fourth time since 1998. This unexpected turn of events occurred after they were defeated by Castres at Thomond Park with a score of 31-29. Castres, who had also lost two of their first three games in Pool 2, took an early lead with a penalty from Jeremy Fernandez, followed by a try f…

In a stunning turn of events, two-time European champions Munster were ousted from the Champions Cup in the pool stage for only the fourth time since 1998, falling to Castres 31-29 at Thomond Park. Castres, who had also suffered two losses in their first three Pool 2 games, drew first blood with a Jeremy Fernandez penalty, followed by a close-range try from Vuate Karawalevu. Munster responded wit…

In a thrilling Champions Cup match, Edinburgh mounted a stunning second-half comeback to secure a hard-fought 26-24 victory over Gloucester, condemning the visitors to their fifth consecutive defeat. The hosts took just three minutes to seize the lead, with Josh Hathaway scoring the opening points, and Gloucester extended their advantage to eight points courtesy of George Barton's penalty. Edinbu…