McNabney looks to impress Ireland coaches ahead of Nations Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 11:20 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
James McNabney is determined to showcase his skills as he joins the Ireland national rugby squad ahead of next month's Nations Championship matches. The Ulster back row player, recovering from a serious ACL injury, aims for his international debut. He has been named in a 36-man squad that includes eight other Ulster players. McNabney played as a substitute in his last match against the Bulls, where he seeks to gain more experience ahead of the upcoming Tests against Argentina, Fiji, and South Africa.
- •McNabney is among nine Ulster players in Ireland's squad.
- •He missed last year's summer Tests due to injury.
- •Ulster lost to the Bulls 34-26 in their latest game.
- •Ireland's Tests are scheduled against Argentina, Fiji, and South Africa.
- 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — McNabney keen to show Ireland coaches 'what I'm all about'
"Ulster's James McNabney says he is determined to show the Ireland coaches "what I'm all about" as he joins up with the national squad before next month's Nations Championship games.
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