Ulster hosted Munster at the Kingspan Stadium on Friday night, and we were once again treated to a classic Nigel Owens moment.
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We're massive fans of rugby's greatest ref here, but you probably knew that already, mainly because aside from being a great character he's a damn fine official too.
That was on full display after a penalty was awarded just 15 minutes into the game. A high tackle by Ulster fullback and opening try scorer Charles Piutau on Peter O'Mahony needed to be reviewed, but after sticking with his gut he made the right call; a penalty and no more.
Peter O'Mahony then came over to ask why it wasn't a card...
Owens: "Do you agree?"
Pete: "Fair enough."
Owens: "Good man. That's a first!"
He's only being a good captain, but he's not afraid to bug the ref.
The manner in which he dealt with Piutau was exemplary, and then he'll have a bit of a laugh with the other team's captain. Nigel Owens is the best in the business.
