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Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC

By Ian Cameron
Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC
Sam Prendergast of Leinster and Gavin Coombes of Munster during the United Rugby Championship match between Munster and Leinster at Thomond Park in Limerick. (Photo By Brendan Moran/Sportsfile via Getty Images)

Leinster player ratings: Leinster weathered a spirited Munster performance to claim a hard-fought bonus point victory in a game marked by damp conditions and individual heroics.

Here’s how the Leinster players rated:

1. Jack Boyle - 6.5

Got the upper hand over Oli Jager as the early scrums disintegrated before being replaced after 22 minutes. Never looked out of his depth.

2. Ronan Kelleher - 6.5

Popped up in the scrum more than a microwavable dessert but redeemed himself with strong work in the loose.

3. Rabah Slimani - 5.5

Questionable scrummaging again highlighted why Clermont were happy to part ways with him. Improved slightly before being replaced.

4. Joe McCarthy - 7

Made one big break and worked hard in the tight exchanges. A solid outing.

5. James Ryan - 7

Tackled like a Christmas tree being hauled out of the attic: relentless, sturdy and a little rough around the edges.

6. Ryan Baird - 6

Still finding his rhythm after time out. A quieter performance in miserable conditions.

7. Josh van der Flier - 7

Relatively quiet but pounced for a crucial try in the 53rd minute as Munster’s ruck defence faltered.

8. Caelan Doris - 8

Edged his battle with Gavin Coombes with powerful carries and tireless tackling. Played a key role in Leinster’s victory with his bonus point-securing try.

9. Luke McGrath - 7.5

Looked sharp with an early break and a cleverly taken try but was let down by some sloppy ball security later on.

10. Sam Prendergast - 8.5

Sliced through Munster’s defence like a hot knife through Brandy butter for his try and kicked superbly out of hand. A standout display. Shame he wasn't up against Ireland rival Jack Crowley.

11. Jimmy O’Brien - 5.5

A mix of good and bad moments. Scrapped tirelessly but made too many mistakes to fully impress.

12. Robbie Henshaw - 6.5

Dogged in defence, though he didn’t get many chances to shine in attack.

13. Garry Ringrose - 8.5

A Lions jersey looks inevitable after a commanding performance. His heroic effort to hold up Tadhg Beirne was match-defining.

14. Tommy O’Brien - 4.5

Picked up a needless yellow card that put Leinster under pressure. A frustrating night for the rookie.

15. Jamie Osborne - 7.5

His tackling was immaculate, and he continues to exceed expectations. Spilled one high ball but recovered well to deliver another assured performance.

REPLACEMENTS:

16. Lee Barron - 6.5

Solid lineout throwing and good energy in his brief stint.

17. Andrew Porter - 5

Came on early but struggled against Oli Jager in the scrum, who gave him all sorts of problems.

18. Cian Healy - 6.5

Another solid cameo, showing his versatility in the tighthead role.

19. Brian Deeny - N/A

Not on long enough to warrant a rating.

20. Scott Penny - N/A

Other than one impressive break didn’t get enough time to make an impact.

21. Fintan Gunne - 7

Composed and tidy at the base, arguably an improvement over McGrath in the latter stages.

22. Ross Byrne - 6

Mixed performance. Some of his wayward kicking looked like he’d overindulged in the mulled wine.

23. Jordan Larmour - N/A

Not on long enough to be rated.