A second senior Irish rugby player in three days has tested for Covid-19, as Ulster have been dealt a major blow ahead of their trip to Wales this weekend. As well as the senior player, an Academy player has also contracted the virus, which has seen Ulster cancel all training until further notice. The news follows a senior Munster player testing positive earlier this week, with the province currently awaiting the latest round of results following today's tests. Further testing will take place within the province tomorrow as they hope that the virus has not spread. Read MoreIf Ulster are unable to field a team and the game is called off, then it would be re-fixed for early 2021.

Source: Irish Independent October 07, 2020 18:46 UTC