Tom Wood is set to make his senior debut for Munster in the United Rugby Championship against Glasgow. The match is scheduled for Friday night at 19:45 GMT.
Tom Wood: A Rising Star
At only 19 years old, Wood has already made waves as the fly-half for the Ireland Under-20s. He is the son of former Ireland captain Keith Wood.
Munster’s Lineup Changes
With several key players absent, Munster has made notable adjustments to their squad.
- Jack Crowley is unavailable as he prepares for the Six Nations.
- JJ Hanrahan, who was intended to start, is sidelined due to injury.
- Tony Butler, who played last week, retains the number 10 jersey for the upcoming match.
Player Updates
Other changes in the roster include:
- Diarmuid Kilgallen replaces injured centre Alex Nankivell, shifting to the wing.
- Shane Daly will move to midfield as part of the reshuffle.
- Props Josh Wycherley and Oli Jager take the places of injured players Jeremy Loughman and Michael Alaalatoa.
- Evan O’Connell steps in for South African World Cup winner Jean Kleyn in the second row.
Current Standings
As they head into this match, Munster is currently positioned fifth in the United Rugby Championship. They trail league leaders Glasgow by five points.
Looking Ahead
The team is eager to improve its standing as they face Glasgow, a formidable opponent in the league. Tom Wood’s debut will add excitement to this crucial match-up.
