Mack Hansen, the winger for Ireland’s rugby team, will be unable to participate in the upcoming Six Nations championship. His club, Connacht, announced on Monday that Hansen is facing a three to four-month recovery period due to a dislocated shoulder. The 25-year-old, originally from Australia, sustained the injury during Connacht’s recent 22-9 victory against Munster in the URC Championship.
Since his debut two years ago, Hansen has been a standout performer for Ireland under coach Andy Farrell, becoming the first-choice right winger. He played a pivotal role in last year’s grand slam triumph and was a key player in Ireland’s crucial World Cup matches, scoring nine tries in his 21 international appearances.