Munster keeping out-half options open but JJ Hanrahan in the box seat

Joey Carbery has suffered yet another injury setback

JJ Hanrahan looks set for an extended run in the number 10 role for Munster in the absence of the injured Joey Carbery (right). Picture: James Crombie

Johann van Graan had no hesitation backing JJ Hanrahan to embrace the leadership role the Kerryman has craved as Munster’s number 10.

The head coach’s endorsement of Hanrahan as the man required to lead his province into Irish rugby’s restart this Saturday against Guinness PRO14 leaders Leinster came yesterday following news of yet another injury setback for fly-half rival Joey Carbery.