# Challenge Cup
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Rugby - January January 2025
# Champions Cup
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# Champions Cup
Munster finish strong as tries from Bleuler and Hodnett topple Saracens at Thomond
Two quick-fire second-half scores turned the game in Limerick.
# Banned
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# Banned
No one is a winner after the fallout from Hansen's comments
This controversy has highlighted a divide within the game.
# Preview
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# Preview
Saracens sense opportunity against depleted Munster at Thomond Park
Crowley and Murray return for Munster but the province are still without a number of key men.
# Switch
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# Switch
Munster set to sign Leinster prop Michael Milne and hooker Lee Barron
The southern province are close to confirming deals for the front row duo.
PodcastThe 42 Rugby WeeklyHansen's ban, Busby's potential retirement, and Champions Cup preview
26m
# Calling Time
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# Calling Time
Irish referee Busby set for shock retirement from pro rugby
The Ulster man was in charge when Mack Hansen took aim at the refereeing of Connacht.
# Sanction
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# Sanction
Mack Hansen given three-week ban for referee comments after Leinster loss
Hansen was hit with a six-week ban, but with three suspended, clearing him for the Six Nations.
# The Video Review
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# The Video Review
Ringrose's reads and mindset make him key to Leinster's aggressive D
The wince-inducing tackle on AJ MacGinty was a great example.
PodcastRugby Weekly ExtraA Munster-Sarries shootout, getting around LAR's lineout defence, and Ireland squad bolters
56m
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Could Byrne's Bristol loan pave way for similar deals from Irish rugby?
The 25-year-old’s three-month deal in Bristol is unusual but welcome.
# The Video Review
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# The Video Review
Itoje, Willis, and Sarries' show of strength before their big battle with Munster
The English side showed some of their attacking quality against Bristol.
