Versatile Leinster back Osborne and Ulster wing Stockdale sustained groin and hamstring issues respectively during Saturday’s 52-17 win over Fiji. Jacob Stockdale made a rare international appearance against Fiji (Niall Carson/PA)Speaking about Osborne’s injury, Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell told a press conference: “He’s a big loss. “He’s very versatile on the bench obviously, he covers so many different positions and is growing and getting better all the time. Former Ireland boss Schmidt, who replaced Eddie Jones as Australia coach in January, will return to the Aviva Stadium seeking a response to his side’s 27-13 defeat to Scotland. “You cannot not work hard in a Joe Schmidt team.

Source: The Herald November 26, 2024 21:19 UTC