male athletes
United Rugby Championship
Leinster athlete evaluations: Leinster successfully sought retribution at Thomond Park this past Saturday, securing a 13-8 win against Munster within the United Rugby Championship.
Following an earlier 31-14 defeat on their home ground this season, Leinster would undoubtedly have accepted any triumph against their fierce adversaries; ultimately, this particular encounter is unlikely to be remembered for its spectacle.
Below is an assessment of how the Leinster squad members performed:
15. Ciarán Frawley – 7
Demonstrated composure and reliability when under duress, executing effective contact plays during a tightly contested match.
14. Tommy O’Brien – 6.5
Active in defense and meticulous in pursuit, yet opportunities to carry the ball were infrequent.
13. Rieko Ioane – 7
A formidable ball carrier who consistently broke through defensive lines, but incurred a few penalties which disrupted their progress.
Game Overview 
12. Robbie Henshaw – 7
Established a robust physical presence from the outset and secured penalties before an injury prematurely ended his participation.
11. James Lowe – 6.5
Posed a danger when engaged, but a single penalty and restricted playing area curtailed his overall impact.
10. Harry Byrne – 7.5
Managed the game masterfully, successfully converting crucial kicks, and skillfully navigated Leinster through high-pressure moments.
9. Jamison Gibson-Park – 7.5
Regulated the pace of play astutely, exhibiting only a minor disciplinary slip in an otherwise keen performance.
1. Andrew Porter – 7
An exceptionally strong scrummager; however, three penalties somewhat diminished what was otherwise a commanding performance in the set-piece.
2. Rónan Kelleher – 6
Active and physically engaged, although a fluctuating lineout performance hindered Leinster’s overall effectiveness.
3. Thomas Clarkson – 7.5
Maintained stability and contributed significantly to a scrum that generated vital pressure and earned penalties.
4. Joe McCarthy – 8.5
A truly exceptional defensive pillar, unyielding in tackles, and superb during the final stages of the game.
5. James Ryan – 8
Registered a high number of tackles and asserted authority late in the game, despite the lineout not achieving full consistency.
6. Max Deegan – 7
Robust and dedicated for the entire duration, with only a single penalty marring an otherwise solid defensive effort.
7. Josh van der Flier – 8
The decisive player with his try, displaying his usual tireless energy across breakdown situations and defensive assignments.
8. Caelan Doris – 7.5
Guided the team with poise amidst continuous pressure, blending powerful carries with critical contributions at the breakdown.
Substitutes
16. John McKee – 6.5
17. Paddy McCarthy – 7
18. Tadhg Furlong – 7.5
19. Diarmuid Mangan – 6.5
20. Scott Penny – 7
21. Fintan Gunne – 6.5
22. Charlie Tector – 7
23. Andrew Osborne – 6
