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Ulster make Munster pay will painful late equaliser in Belfast

Stuart McCloskey scored with three minutes remaining as Ulster fought back to snatch a 26-26 draw with Munster at the Affidea Stadium.

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 7:27 PM
Ulster make Munster pay will painful late equaliser in Belfast
Key Things to Know
  • Ulster fought back from a 26-5 halftime deficit to secure a dramatic 26-26 draw against Munster.
  • Stuart McCloskey scored a decisive try with three minutes remaining before Jack Murphy kicked the tying conversion.
  • Jacob Stockdale scored two tries for Ulster on his 150th appearance for the province.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Stuart McCloskey scored a late try as Ulster fought back from a 21-point halftime deficit to draw 26-26 against Munster at the Affidea Stadium. After trailing 26-5 at the break, Ulster rallied in the second half, with Jack Murphy kicking a late conversion following McCloskey's score to tie the match.

Munster had established a commanding early lead through tries from Marnus van der Merwe, Dan Kelly, and a brace from Alex Kendellen. Ulster's comeback began with a second try from Jacob Stockdale on his 150th appearance, followed by a score from Dave McCann before McCloskey's decider.

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