Overview
- Munster beat Leinster 31-14 at Croke Park for a fourth straight win, with Jack Crowley influential and a late penalty try sealing the bonus point.
- Leinster named a squad featuring 13 British & Irish Lions and recalled Springbok RG Snyman, who departed early with a concern in the 43rd minute.
- Ulster won 34-26 in Durban against a Sharks side starting 13 Springboks, with Nathan Doak’s 14 points and a Mapimpi yellow upgraded to a 20‑minute red proving pivotal.
- The Bulls edged Connacht 28-27 in Galway as Mack Hansen scored late but left injured and Sean Naughton missed two conversion attempts to win it.
- The Lions secured their first victory of the season, defeating Scarlets 29-18 at Ellis Park with a bonus point as replacement hooker Morne Brandon crossed twice.