Ireland and Leinster hooker Richardt Strauss has been diagnosed with a heart condition and has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. However, it is thought that the 27-year-old, who is set to undergo surgery this week, will make a full recovery and return to playing next year.
Leinster said, in a statement "Following the result of extensive medical tests, it has emerged that Ireland hooker Richardt Strauss has been diagnosed with a heart condition and will be unavailable for selection for the remainder of the season. The management are confident that the 27-year-old, who is set to undergo surgery this week, will make a full recovery and will provide him with the best care in his recovery."
South Africa-born Strauss made his Ireland debut against the Springboks last year and has won four caps, but missed the whole of last season's RBS 6 Nations Championship because of an ankle ligament injury.
