Ulster prop Tom Court
has been called up to the British and Irish Lions squad as cover for Alex
Corbisiero. Predominately a loosehead, Court goes onto the replacements bench
for Tuesday’s match against the Melbourne Rebels, replacing Mako Vunipola who
is withdrawn.
Court could potentially
face the country of his birth if he is involved in either of the remaining two
test matches. He was born in Brisbane, the venue of the first test, but
qualifies to play for Ireland due to his grandparents. Court made his debut in
2009 and has since gone on to represent Ireland 32 times. He has also played
104 times for Ulster, including in the 2012 Heineken Cup Final.
Court becomes the
third Ulstermen to represent the Lions on this tour. He will join fellow front
rower Rory Best on the bench for the match against the Melbourne Rebels.
Meanwhile wing Tommy Bowe is set to complete a remarkable return from a hand
injury he suffered against the Queensland Reds after Warren Gatland confirmed
he would be fit for the second test.
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