Munster secured a crucial bonus-point victory over Ulster in a gripping United Rugby Championship clash on Friday night, with Peter O’Mahony capping his final game at Thomond Park with a try. The 32-year-old O’Mahony is set to move to London Irish next season, and his teammates ensured he would leave on a high note.

“It was a special night. To score a try in my final game here, in front of our supporters, it’s something I’ll cherish forever.” – Peter O’Mahony

– The Irish Times

Munster dominated the game, especially in the second half, where they scored 21 unanswered points. The hosts led 17-14 at the break, with tries from Damian de Allende and O’Mahony, augmented by Joey Carbery’s boot.

• Munster had 59% possession and 58% territory.
• Carbery scored 15 points, including a try.
• Ulster’s Billy Burns scored 14 points, with a try and a conversion.

With this win, Munster remain fifth in the URC log, while Ulster stay third. The result sets the stage for an exciting final few rounds in the race for the playoffs.

Conor Murray and Keith Earls also bid farewell to Thomond Park, and both contributed significantly to Munster’s victory. Murray dictated play from the halfbacks, while Earls’ experience was invaluable.

Munster’s final two games see them travel to South Africa to face the Bulls and Sharks. Both encounters will challenges, but supporter morale is high after O’Mahony’s emotional farewell.

Pro Tip: Peter O’Mahony will become the third Irish player (after Ronan O’Gara and Paul O’Connell) to reach 100 URC/Pro14 appearances for Munster, during his farewell tour with London Irish.

Munster travel to Loftus Versfeld to face Challenge Cup finalists, the Bulls, next Saturday, with kick-off at 5:15 PM Irish time.

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