Munster Say Craig Casey’s Shoulder Injury Not as Bad as Feared After Toulon Defeat

Overview

• Munster updated that Craig Casey’s shoulder issue is a short-term problem and he could be passed fit for this weekend after further assessment.
• Toulon beat Munster 27-25 at Stade Felix Mayol after a late penalty awarded by referee Karl Dickson allowed Marius Domon to kick the decisive points.
• Initial post-match concern followed Clayton McMillan’s description of Casey’s injury as “reasonably serious,” prompting doubts over Ireland’s plans.
• Paddy Patterson is unavailable after warm-up head knocks, leaving Ethan Coughlan a potential starter if Casey does not make it, with academy nine Jake O’Riordan in reserve.
• Munster expect Jean Kleyn and Oli Jager to be available, will assess Tom Ahern’s neck issue, and list Diarmuid Barron with a knee problem as they prepare for Castres.