Ulster Rugby : News : Injury Update Post Ospreys

Ulster Captain Rory Best was forced to leave the field last Friday, but following investigation we can confirm that he has sustained no new injury or any further damage to his neck

Following investigation and opinion from his surgeon, Ulster Rugby can confirm that, contrary to some speculation, Rory Best has sustained no new injury or any further damage to his neck.

Rory, who underwent surgery early last season for a chronic disc condition was forced to leave the pitch during Friday's match against the Ospreys at Ravenhill but the injury has been confirmed as soft tissue irritation.

Rory will have ongoing treatment and assessment this week with a view to his availability for selection.

Elsewhere, Ian Whitten who was forced off the field on Friday with a dead leg has responded well to treatment.

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