Irish stars sent back to their provinces
NEWS: The IRFU have released a squad update following their historic win over the All Blacks.
The IRFU statement read: “Following the second game of the Guinness Series game on Saturday a number of players will be managed across the week.
“Sean Cronin, Jack McGrath, Rob Kearney, James Ryan, Jordan Larmour, Dan Leavy and Kieran Marmion have re-joined their provinces.”
Joe Schmidt is likely to change up his selection radically ahead of the visit of the USA, which offers the New Zealander a rare chance to experiment at international level.
The also issued an injury update on Peter O’Mahoney and Dan Leavy.
“Peter O’Mahony suffered a dead leg and his training load will be managed accordingly.
“Dan Leavy has a neck strain and his rehabilitation will be managed at Leinster.”
Meanwhile, Seán O’Brien underwent a surgical procedure for a forearm injury sustained in Ireland’s Series match against Argentina. He will be out for eight to 12 weeks.
Robbie Henshaw is undergoing a period of rehabilitation for a hamstring strain. He will be out for a period of four to six weeks.
