Overview

• Leinster confirmed fullback Hugo Keenan had hip surgery and is not expected back until early 2026, ruling him out of Ireland’s autumn Tests.
• Lock Joe McCarthy underwent foot surgery and will miss Leinster’s opening URC block, with a possible timeline stretching into November.
• Head coach Leo Cullen said most of the Lions contingent should be available from URC Round 3 or 4, with the Munster game at Croke Park on 18 October a target for many.
• Garry Ringrose and James Ryan are following managed return plans after head injuries on the Lions tour, while Jamie Osborne and Thomas Clarkson are likely to feature sooner.
• Caelan Doris is tracking toward a November comeback following shoulder surgery, and Leinster have added short-term cover with a three-month deal for prop Jerry Cahir as Josh Kenny and Josh Ericson train with the squad.