Taking nothing for granted.
Munster could be on the cusp of something truly special this season.
Before they got their PRO 12 and European campaigns underway last year, even the most optimistic of supporters would not have believed that the southern province would have a home Champions Cup quarter-final.
In addition to this, the men in red look well placed to secure a home semi-final in the PRO 12.
After having a two-week break, Rassie Erasmus’ side look set to do everything in their power to secure silverware come May.
One might expect that with a league match against Zebre to precede their quarter-final with Toulouse, Munster may field a weakened side in Parma.
It’s safe to say that is definitely not the case.
The side is littered with Ireland internationals which include Andrew Conway, Dave Kilcoyne, Niall Scannell, John Ryan, Billy Holland, Peter O’Mahony, Tommy O’Donnell and Jack O’Donoghue.
5 changes for #ZEBvMUN Captain @peterom6 @N_Scannell222 @john_ryan_88 return to start. https://t.co/nf3mBQdmeK pic.twitter.com/i48BQucctQ
— Munster Rugby (@Munsterrugby) March 24, 2017
This in addition to the talent of Tyler Bleyendaal, Rory Scannell, Jaco Taute and Darren Sweetnam means that the Munster coaching ticket are taking every game seriously from now to the end of the season.
With hapless Zebre propping up the table, you fear for the Italians, especially with a sunny forecast of 22°C expected, Munster’s backs may have the opportunity to run riot.
