MUNSTER coach Johann van Graan was relieved after replacement out-half JJ Hanrahan landed an injury time drop-goal to snatch victory at Stadio Monigo.
Munster seemed poised for a third loss in four PRO14 games when Benetton hit the front for the first time in the closing stages.
But Hanrahan, who received heavy criticism after missing two kicks in the loss to Leinster last week, rescued the game with a kick from 35 metres in the final play.
“We knew it would be tough here so we are pleased to come away with the win,” said van Graan. Benetton, having lost all nine PRO14 games prior to this on...