JOE Schmidt admits injuries could be a factor for Ireland after Tadhg Furlong and Robbie Henshaw both left the field early in Ireland’s big win over Italy.
Schmidt said: “The injuries are concerning, especially because they are two pivots in the team and are both Lions players. I think Tadhg is ok. Robbie was in a fair bit of distress but he is a lot more comfortable now. We’ll have to get a scan.”
Overall Schmidt is pleased with the opening two rounds. “We’ve got nine points from two games so it’s a good place to be.

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IRELAND: Kearney 7; Ear...