Cullen still has big role: Kidney

Barry Coughlan

Cullen, facing a further lay-off until February because of a shoulder injury, was yesterday described by Kidney as a model professional who had given 100% to Munster, despite his injury woes.

"The feeling amongst the squad is that they want to see Christian back playing for Munster before the end of the season. He is a model professional, particularly in the wearying months of his recent rehabilitation. The news that he might be out for longer is frustrating for everyone but particularly for him," said Kidney.