Munster moved four points clear of Connacht at the top of Conference B in the Pro14 yesterday evening courtesy of a 19-14 victory at The Sportsground.

Jack O'Donoghue's 25th-minute try, coupled with 14 points from the boot of JJ Hanrahan, secured a sixth league win of the season for Johann van Graan's side.

Shannon clubman 20-year old scrum-half Craig Casey made his first ever start in the win and van Graan praised him afterward saying he has a bright career in front of him.