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2025 Leinster Rugby vs Munster Rugby

Munster Rugby Defeats Leinster 31-14 At Croke Park in URC Round 4

Munster Rugby Defeats Leinster 31-14 At Croke Park in URC Round 4

Munster powered past Leinster 31-14 in URC Round 4 at Croke Park. Relive key moments, scores and live updates from one of rugby’s fiercest rivalries.

Oct 18, 2025 by Amelia Engstrom
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Munster stunned Leinster 31-14 at a packed Croke Park, delivering a statement win in Round 4 of the United Rugby Championship. 

Leinster struck first through Rónan Kelleher, but Munster roared back with tries from Brian Gleeson, Tom Farrell and Ethan Coughlan to seize a 21–7 halftime lead. 

Jack Crowley’s pinpoint kicking and a late penalty try sealed the emphatic victory.

For Munster, it’s a fourth straight win to open the URC season, solidifying the team's place near the top of the table and reinforcing its title credentials. 

The triumph also breaks a three-game losing streak against Munster's provincial rival, marking the squad's first win over Leinster since May 2023. 

Leinster, meanwhile, will rue missed chances and a rare lack of composure near the try line. 

In one of Irish rugby’s fiercest rivalries, Munster’s dominance at Croke Park sends a powerful early-season message — Munster is the team to beat.

Munster Wins 31-14 Over Leinster

Munster ultimately finds the victory, having played an incredible game on both sides of the ball. 

Munster had momentum to put points on the board and held strong on defense to keep Leinster from scoring.

Leinster put in a solid effort, but couldn't convert the hard work into enough tries.

Leinster Scores For First Time in 74 Minutes - 2H 80:48

Munster 31, Leinster 14

Leinster finds one last try as the clock runs out - its first try since the sixth minute of the first half. Scott Penny takes the ball over the line, and Prendergast finds the conversion.

Despite the late score, Munster takes home the win.

Munster Granted Penalty Try - 2H 76:25

Munster 31, Leinster 7

Munster made its way down the field and ends the run with Tom Farrell coming up just centimeters short of the try line.

However, an illegal tackle as the ball moved down the field grants Munster the try. The crowd roars as Munster's hefty lead would be extremely difficult to overcome.

Both teams could use the win for international contention, and it looks like Munster may have found the victory.

Turnover By Munster - 2H 61:28

Munster 24, Leinster 7

Leinster keeps plugging away. 

This time, as Leinster moved up the field, Munster's defense held strong. Tadhg Beirne won a trademark turnover, returning the ball to Munster's possession. 

Despite Leinster's incredible effort, the team just can't seem to quite get the ball over the line.

Leinster Couldn't Score On the Doorstep - 2H 54:57

Munster 24, Leinster 7

Leinster typically shows great prowess up against the try line, but this time was unable to put any points on the board. 

After inching closer and closer, Munster's Coughlan got a hand on the ball, causing a scrum. Munster was able to regain possession from the scrum, foiling Leinster's attempt.

Munster Scores Penalty Kick - 2H 48:06

Munster 24, Leinster 7

Munster finds a penalty kick from over 40 meters out, scored by Jack Crowley.

Second Half Begins - 2H 40:00

Munster 21, Leinster 7

Play starts back up at Croke Park. 

Leinster looks to close the gap and start some momentum of its  own. 

A comeback certainly is not out of reach. Meanwhile, Munster hopes to keep playing strong to maintain the lead.

Munster Leads Leinster 21-7 At Halftime

Munster Keeps the Ball from Leinster - 1H 40:00

Munster 21, Leinster 7

To close out the half, Munster snags the ball from a scrum meters away from Leinster's try line. 

Leinster looked to start closing the gap before halftime and nearly was successful. But Munster's defense managed to block an opportunity for a try.

Coughlan Runs Down Field for Munster Try - 1H 35:45

Munster 21, Leinster 7

Ethan Coughlan saw a window to run and took it. 

After receiving a pass, Coughlan took the opportunity for an 80-meter run straight down the middle of the field and right over the try line. Jack converts to extend Munster's lead.

Brian Gleeson Departs After Injury - 1H 28:04

Munster 14, Leinster 7

Brian Gleeson, who scored Munster's first try of the game, leaves the field after an injury. Gavin Coombes takes his place.

Munster's On A Roll, Another Try - 1H 24:20

Munster 14, Leinster 7

Munster takes the lead. 

Tom Farrell makes it over the try line after catching Crowley's kick and overpowering the Leinster defense. 

With the conversion by Crowley, Munster takes a seven-point advantage.

Munster Answers with a Try - 1H 17:14

Munster 7, Leinster 7

Munster answers Leinster's fiery start with a try. 

With much commotion and inching toward the try line, Brian Gleeson finally finds a try. Jack Crowley makes the conversion to even the score.

Leinster Finds First Try - 1H 6:52

Leinster 7, Munster 0

Leinster puts the first points on the board. 

From a line-out, Rónan Kelleher emerges from a maul to cross the try line. Sam Prendergast finds the conversion.

Leister Has the Advantage - 1H 1:42

There's no score so far, but Leister takes the advantage out of the first scrum of the game.

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Leinster Rugby vs. Munster Rugby Kickoff Time

Kickoff is 12:15 p.m. ET on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Croke Park in Dublin, in Round 4 of the United Rugby Championship.

Game Time: Leinster vs. Munster Rugby Starts Now

Comparing Leinster & Munster URC Stats

Leinster and Munster Rugby URC stats after three rounds

  • Tries Scored: Leinster 9 - 11 Munster
  • Avg. Points Scored: Leinster 20.67 - 25.67 Munster
  • Goal Kick Success: Leinster 89% - 100% Munster
  • Rucks Success: Leinster 98% - 96% Munster
  • Scrum Success: Leinster 82% - 94% Munster
  • Lineouts Success: Leinster 90% - 84% Munster
  • Tackles Made: Leinster 312 - 453 Munster

Just 15 Minutes Before Leinster vs. Munster Is Settled on the Field

Get Hyped, Only 30 Minutes Until Go Time

Comparing Leinster, Munster Rugby Recent Performance: Last Five Games

Overall Stats

  • Wins: Leinster 3 - 4 Munster
  • Streak: Leinster W1 - W3 Munster
  • Tries Scored: Leinster 19 - 18 Munster
  • Point Difference: Leinster 26 - 26 Munster

Leinster Scores

  • Oct. 11 vs. Sharks, W 31-5
  • Oct. 4 vs. Bulls, L 39-31
  • Sept. 26 vs. Stormers, L 35-0
  • June 14 vs. Bulls, W 32 -7
  • June 7 vs. Glasgow, W 37-19

Munster Scores

  • Oct. 10 vs. Edinburgh, W 20-19
  • Oct. 4 vs. Cardiff, W 23-20
  • Sept. 27 vs. Scarlets, W 34-21
  • May 31 vs. Sharks, L 25-24
  • May 16 vs. Ulster, W 30-21

Croke Park Is Ready For Leinster-Munster 2025

Just 45 minutes until the match kicks off. 

Leinster vs. Munster Rugby Match History: Last Five Meetings

  • Dec. 27, 2024: Leinster 28 - 7 Munster
  • Oct. 12, 2024: Leinster 26 - 12 Munster
  • Dec. 12, 2023: Leinster 9 - 3 Munster
  • Nov. 25, 2023: Leinster 21 - 16 Munster
  • May 13, 2023: Leinster 15 - 16 Munster

Why Leinster vs. Munster Rugby Matters

This URC rivalry remains one of European rugby’s fiercest. 

Leinster, four-time Champions Cup winner, is looking to rebound after a mixed start to the 2025-2026 campaign, while Munster enters unbeaten through three rounds and sits second in the table. 

The matchup could carry early playoff implications, as both teams jockey for positioning in the Irish Shield standings.

Leinster Rugby Lineup vs. Munster Rugby

  • Starting 15: Jamie Osborne, Tommy O’Brien, Garry Ringrose, Robbie Henshaw, James Lowe, Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park, Paddy McCarthy, Rónan Kelleher, Tadhg Furlong, RG Snyman, James Ryan, Alex Soroka, Josh van der Flier, Jack Conan (CAPT)
  • Replacements: Dan Sheehan, Andrew Porter, Thomas Clarkson, Brian Deeny, Max Deegan, Scott Penny, Fintan Gunne, Ciarán Frawley

Munster Rugby Lineup vs. Leinster Rugby

  • Starting 15: Shane Daly, Andrew Smith, Tom Farrell, Dan Kelly, Thaakir Abrahams, Jack Crowley, Ethan Coughlan, Michael Milne, Diarmuid Barron, John Ryan, Edwin Edogbo, Fineen Wycherley, Tadhg Beirne (CAPT), Jack O’Donoghue, Brian Gleeson
  • Replacements: Lee Barron, Jeremy Loughman, Ronan Foxe, Jean Kleyn, Gavin Coombes, Paddy Patterson, JJ Hanrahan, Alex Nankivell

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URC Standings 2025: Round 3

  1. DHL Stormers (14) – 3-0-0
  2. Munster Rugby (14) – 3-0-0
  3. Glasgow Warriors (11) – 2-1-0
  4. Cardiff Rugby (11) – 2-1-0
  5. Ulster Rugby (10) – 2-0-0
  6. Vodacom Bulls (10) – 2-1-0
  7. Benetton Rugby (9) – 2-1-0
  8. Zebre Parma (9) – 2-1-0
  9. Connacht Rugby (6) – 1-1-0
  10. Leinster Rugby (6) – 1-2-0
  11. Ospreys (5) – 1-2-0
  12. Edinburgh Rugby (3) – 0-2-0
  13. Hollywoodbets Sharks (2) – 0-2-1
  14. Dragons RFC (2) – 0-2-1
  15. Lions (1) – 0-3-0
  16. Scarlets (0) – 0-2-0

Team (Pts.) – W-L-D

URC Results 2025: Round 3

  • Munster 20 - 19 Edinburgh
  • Scarlets 0 - 34 DHL Stormers
  • Benetton 41- 15 Lions
  • Ospreys 24 - 0 Zebre Parma
  • Glasgow Warriors 49 - 0 Dragons RFC
  • Leinster 31 - 5 Hollywoodbets Sharks
  • Ulster 28 - 7 Vodacom Bulls
  • Cardiff Rugby 14 - 8 Connacht

URC Schedule 2025: Round 4

Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

  • Cardiff vs. Dragons RFC — 2:45 PM ET
  • Edinburgh vs. Benetton — 2:45 PM
  • Connacht vs. Bulls — 2:45 PM ET 

Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

  • Lions vs. Scarlets — 7:45 AM ET
  • Sharks vs. Ulster — 10 AM ET
  • Leinster vs. Munster — 12:15 PM ET
  • Zebre vs. Stormers — 2:45 PM ET
  • Ospreys vs. Glasgow Warriors — 2:45 PM ET

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