IRELAND’S RONAN KELLEHER has been called up to train with the British and Irish Lions.
A statement added that while the Leinster player will train this week, he has not been formally added to the 37-man touring squad.
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The 23-year-old hooker, who has 11 Ireland caps, comes in as cover for England’s Jamie George.
“I’m delighted to welcome Ronan to train with the squad this week while we wait for Jamie George to complete his domestic season with Saracens next weekend,” boss Warren Gatland said.
26 players have assembled in Jersey as they prepare for The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup game against Japan on 26 June.
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Ireland's Ronan Kelleher called to train with Lions
IRELAND’S RONAN KELLEHER has been called up to train with the British and Irish Lions.
A statement added that while the Leinster player will train this week, he has not been formally added to the 37-man touring squad.
The 23-year-old hooker, who has 11 Ireland caps, comes in as cover for England’s Jamie George.
“I’m delighted to welcome Ronan to train with the squad this week while we wait for Jamie George to complete his domestic season with Saracens next weekend,” boss Warren Gatland said.
26 players have assembled in Jersey as they prepare for The Vodafone Lions 1888 Cup game against Japan on 26 June.
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