Doris takes over Leinster captaincy from Ringrose and Ryan 

26-year-old Caelan Doris takes over the role from Garry Ringrose and James Ryan, who co-captained the side following Johnny Sexton's retirement at the end of the 2022/23 campaign. 

STEPPING UP: Leinster's Caelan Doris. Pic: Billy Stickland/Inpho

Leinster back-row Caelan Doris has been announced as the province's new captain ahead of the 2025/26 season. 

26-year-old Doris takes over the role from Garry Ringrose and James Ryan, who co-captained the side following Johnny Sexton's retirement at the end of the 2022/23 campaign.