Ireland optimistic over quick return for Garry Ringrose after injury blow
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The setback for the 28-year-old came a day after head coach Andy Farrell touted him as a future Ireland captain, saying: “He’s in top form right now and only going to get better.” He will be replaced by Ulster’s Stuart McCloskey at Stadio Olimpico, while Ringrose’s Leinster team-mate Jimmy O’Brien has been added to the bench. “Garry picked a bit of knock up on his calf last week,” he said following Ireland’s captain’s run in the Italian capital. “He’s obviously very, very disappointed because it was going to be his 50th cap.” Catt allayed fears about Ringrose potentially being absent later in the championship. “With all the criticism that has come Italy’s way over the past 10, 12, 15 years, it’s brilliant to see them beating Wales,” said the former England back.
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