Emeka Ilione: Leicester Tigers back row out until next year

Leicester Tigers back row Emeka Ilione, 24, has been ruled out until at least the end of 2026 due to a complex shoulder injury that has kept him sidelined since January. Head coach Geoff Parling acknowledged the injury has not recovered as hoped and that Ilione will require further specialist consultation. Additionally, 20-year-old lock Harry Palmer is set to miss action until November following a knee operation.