McMillan supports Coombes after groin grab allegation in derby
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 12:11 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Munster head coach Clayton McMillan publicly backed Gavin Coombes after the player alleged he had been grabbed in the groin during the first half of a match against Leinster on October 24, which Munster lost 24-18. Coombes raised the allegation with referee Andrew Brace, but the TMO found no video evidence. McMillan emphasized his support for Coombes, stating players do not make such claims lightly. Leinster coach Leo Cullen acknowledged the seriousness of the issue but noted he did not see the incident occur.
- •Gavin Coombes alleged a groin grab in a recent match.
- •The incident occurred during a United Rugby Championship game.
- •Clayton McMillan expressed full support for Coombes.
- •No conclusive video evidence of the incident was found.
- •Leo Cullen described the allegation as a serious matter for review.
- 12:11 PMBBC Sport — McMillan backs Coombes after groin grab allegation
"Munster head coach Clayton McMillan backs Gavin Coombes after the back row alleged he had been grabbed in the groin in Saturday's defeat by Leinster.
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