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01 Apr 2026

Munster rugby trio set for spell on the sidelines after failed HIAs

Calvin Nash, Diarmuid Barron and Brian Gleeson following the return-to-play protocols ahead of Munster v Exeter

Munster rugby trio set for a spell on the sidelines after failed HIAs

Calvin Nash following the return-to-play protocols I PICTURE: Sportsfile

MUNSTER rugby officials have confirmed that a key trio are set for a spell on the sidelines.

Munster returned to training in Limerick this Wednesday ahead of Saturday's Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash against Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park.

The Munster team and management arrived back to Shannon Airport on Monday afternoon after the two-week URC tour to South Africa, which resulted in two defeats.

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After a down day for the travelling squad yesterday, the full group began preparations today for Saturday’s knock-out clash in England.

On the injury front following Saturday’s loss to Bulls in Pretoria, Diarmuid Barron, Calvin Nash and Brian Gleeson failed their respective HIA’s and are following the return-to-play protocols.

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