THE GAA HAVE paved the way for Páirc Uí Chaoimh to host a rugby fixture between Munster and a South Africa Select XV in November.
The fixture is set to be play on Thursday 10 November as part of the Springboks’ tour that month. The GAA’s Central Council backed the proposal unanimously at a meeting this afternoon after a request was submitted by the Cork county board.
History will be made with the game taking place at the home of Cork GAA in their 45,000-capacity facility which was redeveloped and opened in 2017.
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Munster will play South Africa Select XV at 𝗣á𝗶𝗿𝗰 𝗨í 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗼𝗶𝗺𝗵 on Thursday, November 10.
🏉 An incredible occasion awaits & our thanks to all at @OfficialCorkGAA for what will no doubt be a memorable night.#SUAF 🔴
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It will be the first time Munster have faced a South Africa touring side in the professional era – their last meeting occurring back in 1970 – and will also represent the province’s first fixture against a touring side for six years.
The game will be part of the World Cup winning Springboks’ series which also sees them face Ireland, France, Italy and England. The South Africa Select X will play Munster and Bristol Bears in midweek games, with the showdown against Ireland in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday 5 November.
Ticket details will be confirmed by the end of the week.
“This is a huge honour and significant milestone for Munster Rugby, one we are very proud to be associated with,” said Munster Rugby CEO Ian Flanaga
“Our thanks to the IRFU, GAA and Cork GAA for all their input, time and consideration given to reviewing this proposal and for permitting us to host our touring game against the South Africa Select XV at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Thursday, November 10, on what will be an incredible and historic occasion.
“This is not only for our supporters and the rugby community, but also further reaching, and we understand the magnitude of being the first professional rugby team to play at the home of Cork GAA.
“While we recognise we have a fantastic facility in Thomond Park, one we are very proud of, bringing the game to a wider audience within the province has been one of our strategic objectives for many years and it is a credit to our staff for their commitment to reaching this goal.”
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