Alex Nankivell set for lengthy spell on sidelines in major injury blow for Munster
Nankivell will undergo a scan today to determine the extent of the damage, but it’s believed that Munster are likely to be without the influential Kiwi centre for the next number of weeks.
The major blow comes following confirmation that winger Thaakir Abrahams (shoulder), scrum-half Craig Casey (knee) and lock Jean Kleyn (thigh) all underwent surgery last week and have been ruled out for approximately four months.
“It’s very disappointing,” said Munster’s defence coach Denis Leamy.
“And, look, it seems like we’ve had more than our fair share of injuries over the last year to 18 months. But look, it’s nothing that we’re not used to and we’ve been in this position before.
“It’s very disappointing for the boys, but, look, we have a very good medical team. We have a really good S&C team and hopefully we’ll get them back on the track as quickly as we can. But it’s next man up and on we go, and, we got to show some sort of resilience around us.
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