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Hooker: Only a fool underestimates Munster

Ethan Hooker says the Sharks face one of their biggest challenges of the season against Munster at Thomond Park on Saturday.

By Simon Borchardt · SA Rugby Mag

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 3:39 PM

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Ethan Hooker warned that any team would be a fool to underestimate Munster at Thomond Park.
The Sharks enter Saturday's match sitting fifth in the URC following a 36-21 win against Cardiff.
Munster sit ninth in the table after suffering a 24-18 defeat to Leinster.

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Sharks utility back Ethan Hooker has warned that only a fool would underestimate Munster ahead of their United Rugby Championship clash at Thomond Park on Saturday. Despite Munster winning only one match this season, Hooker expects one of the Sharks' toughest tests against the Irish side in Limerick.

The Sharks sit fifth on the URC log after securing a 36-21 victory over Cardiff, while Munster are ninth following a 24-18 defeat to Leinster. Hooker credited head coach JP Pietersen and the coaching staff for the South African team's growing form and alignment this season.

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