Leo Cullen has big decisions to make regarding Caelan Doris and Jason Jenkins
Munster stopped Leinster from getting their attack going in the URC semi-final. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho
The first instinct to run on turnover possession from almost their own line was brave but it was underpinned by superb execution under large pressure. Munster’s handling in a general sense was top drawer, Leinster only had five scrum put-ins, the first after 35-minutes. But it was Munster’s kicking strategy that yielded tangible dividends and it was superior to that of their hosts.
To complement their physical skills Munster were mentally attuned, they didn’t let their opponents outwork them, they were accurate at the breakdown when in possession and they showed great energy in defence, successful for the most part in preventing Leinster from getting their dangerous multiphase game going.
Like La Rochelle last season, Munster forced Leinster to make far more tackles than usual last week. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho
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