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Ulster's Cup Dream Hit By Double Injury Blow
1 May
Summary
- Angus Bell and James Hume ruled out of Ulster's semi-final.
- Both players suffered injuries during a previous URC match.
- The winner faces Montpellier or Dragons in the final.
Ulster's Challenge Cup aspirations have been dealt a blow with the news that prop Angus Bell and centre James Hume will miss the semi-final clash against Exeter Chiefs. Both players were forced off the field during a United Rugby Championship defeat in April and have not recovered sufficiently.
Bell is dealing with a foot injury, while Hume has a neck complaint, leaving Ulster without two significant contributors. This comes as Exeter, aiming for their first trophy since 2023, prepares to face a determined Ulster side. The stakes are high, as the victor will proceed to the final in Bilbao on May 22.
The winner of the semi-final will compete against either Montpellier or Dragons for the European title. Ulster's last silverware was secured in 2006 with a Celtic League win, highlighting the significance of this upcoming fixture.
