Earls and Herring to miss France clash, Heffernan called up

Ireland’s emphatic victory over Wales in Round 1 of the 2022 Six Nations has come at something of a cost as the injury list now shows the names of Keith Earls and Rob Herring, who will both miss this weekend’s titanic clash with France. 

Earls tweaked a hamstring during the match and has returned to Munster where he will continue his rehabilitation.  

Hooker Rob Herring suffered a calf strain and has been replaced by Dave Heffernan. 

The Ulster trio of Michael Lowry, Robert Baloucoune and Nick Timoney have also joined up with the squad.