Squad Update

With 13 representatives named on the Ireland squad for the opening two rounds of the 6 Nations the remaining members of the Munster squad are on a recovery week.

On the injury front, prop James Cronin underwent surgery yesterday and has been ruled out for approximately 6 to 8 weeks with a finger injury.

The Munster A game in Allianz Park on Friday night has also taken its toll with Dave Foley sustaining a wrist injury and the Tipperary lock will now seek specialist opinion.

Academy number 8 Gavin Coombes is also under medical review for a shoulder injury.

Currently unavailable – Darren Sweetnam (knee), Robin Copeland (thumb), Sam Arnold (knee), Alex Wootton (shoulder), Sean McCarthy (knee), Mark Chisholm (concussion), Duncan Casey (knee), Mike Sherry (back), Cathal Sheridan (ankle).