In pictures: Munster release new '20th anniversary' kit for next two seasons
The latest Adidas-branded kit celebrates the 20th anniversary of Munster's first European Cup triumph in the 2005/06 campaign.
It's an old-school design - featuring a retro-style full collar on the men's jersey - that will provide a nostalgic look back at times gone by for fans of the province.
Munster scrum-half Craig Casey sporting the new threads. Pic: Munster Rugby
The new threads consist of a red jersey paired with navy shorts, matching the collar and detailing across the shoulders and arms, which was present on the kit worn by the Declan Kidney-coached side that beat Biarritz in the 2006 Heineken Cup final.
Denis Leamy - current Munster coach under new boss Clayton McMillan - and member of that 2006 side, had this to say upon first viewing: "Retro.. Old-school, isn't it? It looks very familiar, actually."
Former Munster back Barry Murphy has fairly impressed with the design, too.
"Woah, that's emotional," he said. "That is a throwback and a half!"
Munster out-half Jack Crowley in the new home kit. Pic: Munster Rugby
The Munster women's team will sport the new jersey for the first time in their Interprovincial Championship opener against Connacht at Virgin Media Park on Sunday, and supporters can pre-order their own from 9am on Thursday, August 7, or purchase at Lifestyle Sports from Thursday, August 21.
The new Munster Rugby home jersey 😍#SUAF 🔴 | @adidas — Munster Rugby (@Munsterrugby) August 7, 2025
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