PRO14 Round 8 Highlights: Cheetahs v Munster Rugby
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Munster held off a valiant Cheetahs fight back to secure a 30-26 away win in round 8 of the Pro14. Munster opened the scoring with an early penalty before running in the first try for an 8-0 lead. The Cheetahs hit back with their first score to close the gap to three points, but Munster went over for their second try on the stroke of halftime to take a 15-5 lead into the break. An early second half Munster try saw the visitors take control at 22-5. However, the Cheetahs came roaring back, crossing for three tries within 15 minutes to surge into a 26-22 lead with 15 minutes to play. The lead did not last long as Munster went over shortly after with their fourth try to hold a single point advantage at 27-26 heading into the final 10 minutes. A tense finish followed, but a Munster penalty four minutes from time saw the visitors wrap up a hard fought victory.