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What is a'derby' in URC context?

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In the United Rugby Championship (URC), a derby refers to a match between two teams from the same country. These matches often carry significant local pride and rivalry and are highly anticipated by fans. Some notable examples include the Welsh derbies between Cardiff, Ospreys, Scarlets, and Dragons; the Irish derbies involving Leinster, Munster, Connacht, and Ulster; and the Scottish derbies featuring Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh.
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