The action in the United Rugby Championship continues at pace on Friday night. And we have a big interpro derby to whet the whistle.

Leinster travel to Thomond Park to take on Munster in an eagerly anticipated clash. Leo Cullen's men lead the way at the top of the URC standings following a flawless start to the season.

Munster sit sixth in the current standings after recovering from a slow start to the 2024/25 campaign. They are also coming off the back of a spirited 22-19 win over Ulster last time out.

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But who will prevail in this one?

Here's more info on the game and how to watch it.

When and where is the game?

Munster vs Leinster is at Thomond Park on Friday night, December 27.

What time is kick-off?

The game kicks off at 7.35pm.

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What TV channel is it on?

This game is being shown live on Premier Sports 2 with coverage starting at 7pm.

Is there a live stream?

Premier Sports subscribers can stream the game on the Premier Player.

Team news

Munster : Mike Haley, Calvin Nash, Tom Farrell, Rory Scannell, Shane Daly, Billy Burns, Ethan Coughlan; Dian Bleuler, Niall Scannell, Oli Jager, Fineen Wycherley, Tadhg Beirne. Tom Ahern, Alex Kendellen, Gavin Coombes.

Replacements : Diarmuid Barron, Kieran Ryan, John Ryan, Brian Gleeson, John Hodnett, Paddy Patterson, Tony Butler, Ben O’Connor.

Leinster: Jamie Osborn, Tommy O'Brien, Garry Ringrose, Robbie Henshaw, Jimmy O'Brien, Sam Prendergast, Luke McGrath; Jack Boyle. Ronan Kelleher, Rabah Slimani, Joe McCarthy, James Ryan, Ryan Baird, Josh van der Flier, Caelan Doris.

Replacements: Lee Barron, Andrew Porter, Cian Healy, Brian Deeny, Scott Penny, Fintan Gunne, Ross BYrne, Jordan Larmour.

Betting odds

• Munster 4/1

• Leinster 1/6

• Draw 22/1

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