Good news for Ireland as Cian Healy passed fit to play this weekend

Loosehead prop Healy has battled neck problems since May, but has recovered just in time and will be available for Saturday’s Pool D opener against Canada.

Good news for Ireland as Cian Healy passed fit to play this weekend
Mon, 14 Sep, 2015 - 15:25

Ireland have received a significant World Cup boost with prop Cian Healy passed fit to start after neck surgery.

Loosehead prop Healy has battled neck problems since May, but has recovered just in time and will be available for Saturday’s Pool D opener against Canada.

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