Earls' ankle 'not broken'

Ireland wing Keith Earls has not broken his ankle.

The worst was feared when Earls picked up an injury in a non-contact situation during rehabiliation work on an existing groin problem.

The utility back will need to undergo further medical examination later in the week to determine the full extent of the damage.

The IRFU has confirmed that the injury happend during training with the Munster squad, and not with the Ireland squad, who are currently involved in a 35-man camp in Belfast.