CRAIG CASEY is a doubt for the Six Nations after Munster revealed the Ireland scrum-half must have a knee op.
Casey was carried off during Munster’s Champions Cup loss to Castres last Friday.
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Being helped off during that Champions Cup 16-14 loss at Stade Pierre Fabre in Castres, France
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A line in Munster’s press release suggested it may only sideline him for 4-6 weeks but that’s not been confirmed yet
Scans have shown a meniscus tear. The time frame for recovery will not be known until he visits a specialist.
Fellow No 9 Conor Murray (elbow) remains sidelined while Peter O’Mahony (calf) and Diarmuid Barron (shoulder) are doubts for Friday’s URC derby with Ulster.
In better news, the IRFU have made a prop bet that Andrew Porter and Tadhg Furlong can lead Ireland to the World Cup by awarding the pair two-year deals.
Loosehead Porter and tighthead Furlong have agreed new contracts to take them to the end of the 2026-27 season with Leinster ahead of the next World Cup in Australia.
Furlong’s new contract is an extension and the 32-year-old, who was reportedly wanted by Bayonne in France, was glad to secure his future.
The Wexford man said: “To continue my playing career in Ireland with my home province is a dream come true.
“I am delighted to extend my long association with Leinster Rugby and the IRFU for the seasons to come.
“Since the beginning of my career I have aimed to contribute positively in a winning environment and I believe that there are bright times to come for club and country.”
Porter, 28, was also happy to pen a deal to remain within the Irish system.
The Dubliner continued: “Playing in Ireland is something that I never take for granted and I am delighted to commit my future to my home province Leinster and Ireland.
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“There is a huge amount of talent coming through the system at provincial and international levels.
“It is a privilege to work with such a talented group of coaches and players.
“I believe the level of competition will drive us on as we bid for success in the months and years to come.
“I am proud to have the chance to be a player in the Irish system for the next number of seasons.”
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