Munster defeat Cardiff

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Munster have made it back-to-back wins in the United Rugby Championship.

Tries from Diarmuid Barron, Gavin Coombes and Ruadh�n Quinn helped the Reds overcome Cardiff 23-20 at Thomond Park.

Man of the match Jack Crowley also added a penalty and drop goal.

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Defending champions Leinster remain winless after two games, they were beaten by 39-points to 31 by the Bulls in South Africa.

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South Africa edged out Argentina by 29-points to 27 at Twickenham to win the Rugby Championship on score difference.

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The Springboks needed a bonus-point victory to retain their crown following New Zealand’s win over Australia this morning.

It’s the first time that South Africa have won the Championship back-to-back.