Munster prop Brian Scott forced to retire after 18-month injury battle

“I’m devastated to be finishing my career prematurely.”
Munster prop Brian Scott forced to retire after 18-month injury battle
Brian Scott at Munster training last December. Photo: INPHO/Bryan Keane
Tue, 26 May, 2020 - 17:29
Simon Lewis

Brian Scott applauds supporters at Musgrave Park in 2017. Photo by Diarmuid Greene/Sportsfile
Brian Scott applauds supporters at Musgrave Park in 2017. Photo by Diarmuid Greene/Sportsfile

Munster prop Brian Scott has been forced to retire on medical grounds, the province announced on Tuesday.

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