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McCloskey set to miss Challenge Cup final through injury
Key takeaways
- Mc Closkey was injured during the semi-final victory over Exeter Chiefs
- Ulster centre Stuart Mc Closkey is set to miss the European Challenge Cup final with a serious hamstring problem as the injuries mount up for Richie Murphy.
- When asked to confirm if the 33-year-old was set to be out for a period of four to six weeks, Murphy replied "that's what they're saying".
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Mc Closkey was injured during the semi-final victory over Exeter Chiefs
Ulster centre Stuart Mc Closkey is set to miss the European Challenge Cup final with a serious hamstring problem as the injuries mount up for Richie Murphy.
In-form Mc Closkey sustained the injury in the semi-final win over Exeter Chiefs and missed Ulster's 38-38 draw with Stormers in the United Rugby Championship on Friday after going for an MRI in the week to determine the extent of the injury.
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