Munster v Connacht: How to watch, TV channel, start time and head-to-head stats

Last season's regular season table toppers Munster get their United Rugby Championship campaign underway at home to Connacht on Saturday evening.

Munster were beaten by eventual champions Glasgow Warriors at the semi-final stage last season, while Connacht missed out on the play-offs as they finished in 11th place.

How to watch Munster v Connacht and TV channel

Munster v Connacht will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 2 in the UK and RTE 2 and RTE Player in Ireland.

Munster v Connacht kick-off time, date and venue

Munster v Connacht will be played at Thomond Park in Limerick and will get underway at 17:30 BST on Saturday 21st September 2024.

Munster v Connacht stats and head-to-head record (H2H)

Both teams won their respective home games last season, with Munster trouncing Connacht 47-12 in Limerick after Connacht had won their home game 22-9.

The last six games between the two sides have been won by the home team.

Munster v Connacht head-to-head record (H2H)

Munster wins	35
Draws	1
Connacht wins	9

*Applies to last 45 meetings