Clarke’s rugby career hangs in the balance

Connacht skipper Craig Clarke is to undergo a scan to determine if he can resume his playing career.

The career of the lock forward, signed on a three-year deal to replace Irish international Mike McCarthy, is very much in question following a series of concussions.

Clarke will have the MRI scan in early April and Connacht coach Pat Lam confirmed yesterday his future in the game will become clearer after the procedure.