In the aftermath of a stinging 31-14 defeat to Munster, Leinster's head coach Leo Cullen has provided an update on the condition of RG Snyman, the towering Springboks lock, who limped off early in the second half looking distinctly troubled. Despite his questionable fitness, Snyman has been named in Rassie Erasmus' lineup for the upcoming November internationals—an ambitious schedule featuring matches against Japan, France, Italy, Ireland, and Wales.
While Snyman’s participation in Leinster’s next game against Zebre remains uncertain, the team remains hopeful.
"RG Snyman was withdrawn from Saturday’s game with a hip injury and will be further assessed throughout the week before a final decision will be made on his availability,"
Leinster's statement disclosed, leaving fans biting their nails in anticipation of whether he'll grace the pitch soon.
There's better news for other Leinster stalwarts. Despite missing the local derby, Tommy O’Brien and Jack Conan are set to accompany Andy Farrell's Ireland squad to Chicago, with Robbie Henshaw also in tow despite his own injury concerns. Meanwhile, Jimmy O’Brien has been drafted into the Ireland squad for their high-profile showdown against the All Blacks, stepping in for the injured Mack Hansen.
Back in the Springboks camp, Erasmus has not only recalled Snyman but also Jean Kleyn, fresh off the bench from the Munster game, indicating a strategic shuffle in the wake of various injuries. Newcomers Ben-Jason Dixon and Gerhard Steenekamp are slated to debut in the green and gold, joining the likes of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Edwill van der Merwe as they make their return.
Should Snyman's injury sideline him for the November tests, Erasmus will not be left wanting, with a robust roster including Eben Etzebeth, Ruan Nortje, Lood de Jager, Kleyn, Franco Mostert, and Salmaan Moerat poised as backups. This depth showcases the Springboks' readiness to tackle the international stage, regardless of the injury setbacks plaguing some of their key players.
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In the aftermath of a stinging 31-14 defeat to Munster, Leinster's head coach Leo Cullen has provided an update on the condition of RG Snyman, the towering Springboks lock, who limped off early in the second half looking distinctly troubled. Despite his questionable fitness, Snyman has been named in Rassie Erasmus' lineup for the upcoming November internationals—an ambitious schedule featuring matches against Japan, France, Italy, Ireland, and Wales.
While Snyman’s participation in Leinster’s next game against Zebre remains uncertain, the team remains hopeful.
"RG Snyman was withdrawn from Saturday’s game with a hip injury and will be further assessed throughout the week before a final decision will be made on his availability,"
Leinster's statement disclosed, leaving fans biting their nails in anticipation of whether he'll grace the pitch soon.There's better news for other Leinster stalwarts. Despite missing the local derby, Tommy O’Brien and Jack Conan are set to accompany Andy Farrell's Ireland squad to Chicago, with Robbie Henshaw also in tow despite his own injury concerns. Meanwhile, Jimmy O’Brien has been drafted into the Ireland squad for their high-profile showdown against the All Blacks, stepping in for the injured Mack Hansen.
Back in the Springboks camp, Erasmus has not only recalled Snyman but also Jean Kleyn, fresh off the bench from the Munster game, indicating a strategic shuffle in the wake of various injuries. Newcomers Ben-Jason Dixon and Gerhard Steenekamp are slated to debut in the green and gold, joining the likes of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Edwill van der Merwe as they make their return.
Should Snyman's injury sideline him for the November tests, Erasmus will not be left wanting, with a robust roster including Eben Etzebeth, Ruan Nortje, Lood de Jager, Kleyn, Franco Mostert, and Salmaan Moerat poised as backups. This depth showcases the Springboks' readiness to tackle the international stage, regardless of the injury setbacks plaguing some of their key players.
Teams: Leinster, Ireland, Springboks.