Ireland face 'huge test' after Henshaw's long-term injury, says Schmidt

Ireland face a "huge test" of their squad depth in the wake of Robbie Henshaw's 6 Nations-ending shoulder injury, according to boss Joe Schmidt.

Ireland face 'huge test' after Henshaw's long-term injury, says Schmidt

Update 5.03pm: Joe Schmidt admits Ireland face a "huge test" of their squad depth in the wake of Robbie Henshaw's NatWest 6 Nations-ending shoulder injury.

Head coach Schmidt confirmed Lions centre Henshaw could be sidelined for up to four months after damaging his right shoulder in Ireland's 56-19 win over Italy in Dublin on February 10.

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