Garry Ringrose and James Ryan become vice-captains as Doris describes role as a ‘massive privilege’
captain ahead of the 2024-25 season. The 26-year-old from Ballina takes on the role from international team-mates Garry Ringrose and James Ryan, who will now serve as vice-captains.He was again given the responsibility in July against world champions South Africa in Durban, a 25-24 victory which ensured the summer series ended in a 1-1 draw.
“It’s a massive privilege for me to be leading this group,” said Doris. “I’m fortunate to have so many quality players and staff around me whose advice and input will be crucial. It was special to get the opportunity to captain Leinster several times last season and I’m excited to do the same again this year.Ulster head coach Richie Murphy ready to deploy young guns to fire up the new seasonDoris made his Leinster debut against Connacht in April 2018. He has represented the province 83 times while winning 43 Ireland caps. Leinster head coach Leo Cullen said: “Caelan has come off an exceptional 12 months, beginning at last year’s Rugby World Cup and culminating with him captaining Ireland to victory over world champions South Africa in Durban this summer. “He is an outstanding leader and a natural choice to lead Leinster into what we hope will be an exciting season. “Caelan will be well supported by James Ryan and Garry Ringrose, who both did an excellent job for us as co-captains last season.”Ulster head coach Richie Murphy ready to deploy young guns to fire up the new seasonApple warned Government of ‘real threat to Ireland’ from countries trying to lure multinationals awaySpray foam insulation: as 300,000 UK homeowners are left in a tight spot, Irish surveyors have their own warningsSavings rate falls to 12.7% in secon quarterMedia regulator opens review into how social media platforms deal with illegal online content
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