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Ireland captain Doris ruled out for up to six months

Ireland captain Doris ruled out for up to six months

Summary

Caelan Doris, the captain of Ireland's rugby team, injured his shoulder during a match against Northampton on May 3. He will be unable to play for four to six months, missing out on upcoming games and the British and Irish Lions tour.

Key Facts

  • Caelan Doris is the captain of Ireland's rugby team.
  • He hurt his shoulder in a match against Northampton on May 3.
  • Due to his injury, he will be out of action for four to six months.
  • Doris was not included in the British and Irish Lions squad for their tour of Australia.
  • His recovery timeline puts his participation in Ireland's autumn matches in doubt.
  • Leinster Rugby shared an update about his injury and expected recovery period.
  • Maro Itoje was chosen as the captain for the Lions tour instead.
  • Doris's teammate, Hugo Keenan, expressed the team's determination to win the United Rugby Championship for him.

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