Squad Update

Rory Scannell sustained a concussion in Friday night’s Guinness PRO12 loss to Cardiff Blues while Munster’s international representatives will return to the province this week following the conclusion of the RBS 6 Nations on Saturday.

Scannell joins Mark Chisholm (sustained against Dragons) in following return to play protocols.  Both players’ potential involvement this weekend will be assessed as the week progresses.
 
On a more positive note, Duncan Casey (pec) and Tomás O’Leary (groin) will take a full part in training this week with Tyler Bleyendaal (quad) progressing to modified training.
 
Denis Hurley (calf), Kevin O’Bryne (knee and calf), Peter O’Mahony (knee) and BJ Botha (knee) continue to follow their tailored rehab programmes.
 
Munster’s international contingent return to their respective centres in Cork and Limerick tomorrow and will be in attendance at Wednesday’s open training session in Irish Independent Park, Cork.
 
Upon their return, the internationals will be reviewed with regard to workload and a decision will be taken on their involvement for Zebre later in the week in what is a crucial block of games for the province.
 
Munster v Zebre, Guinness PRO12 Round 18, Good Friday, March 25^th at Thomond Park – KO 7pm.
 
Ticket from €;15 and €;30 for families can be purchased online here, from the Munster Rugby Ticket Offices at Irish Independent Park and Thomond Park, or by calling 0818 719 300.

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