Ulster Rugby v Munster

How to do think the current squad compares to this time last year? I believe it is undoubtedly stronger. I also believe that next year we will be stronger again. The depth is getting better, as we now have Development players and even Academy players capable of playing and competing at PRO14 level, something we didn’t have two years ago.

Therefore, the foundations are getting better, meaning you become less reliant on your starting 15 staying injury-free week-in-week-out in order to compete against the best sides. However, we are also realistic and know that if we are to compete on two fronts, we need to have better luck with injuries and availability to key personnel.

BRYN CUNNINGHAM

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