Gloucester Rugby’s Latest Injury Update: Ludlow, Atkinson, and Joseph Ahead of Harlequins Match
Gloucester Rugby is gearing up for their clash against Harlequins this Saturday at Kingsholm. This match marks Round Six of the 2025/26 Gallagher Premiership season. Both teams are seeking to improve their ranking, currently sitting eighth and ninth in the league.
Injury Updates Ahead of Harlequins Match
Director of rugby George Skivington announced that several key players are set to return from injury. Among the players in contention are:
- Lewis Ludlow – Former captain returning after a broken hand.
- Seb Atkinson – England international centre recovering from knee and hip injuries.
- Will Joseph – Missed England A duty due to injury from a previous match.
Gloucester has struggled this season, losing all five of their previous games. Ludlow, formerly the team captain, has been missed for his leadership qualities during this difficult period.
Injury Crisis Easing
Skivington expressed optimism about the returning players, stating, “We’ve sort of got to the other side of it. Lots of those big hitters are coming back in.” He also mentioned that players like Jack Clement are still recovering but are gradually coming back to training.
Another notable return is Val Rapava-Ruskin, who has resumed training after battling knee problems. Skivington advised caution regarding Rapava-Ruskin’s fitness but shared that he is positively participating in training sessions.
International Players Back in Action
Gloucester’s Welsh and Argentinian internationals have returned after national team duties, ready to contribute to their club. The players include:
- Max Llewellyn
- Tomos Williams
- Freddie Thomas
While Wales faced the Springboks recently, these players are eager to get back on the pitch for Gloucester this weekend.
Excitement in Training
Skivington noted the positive atmosphere during training, particularly from players returning from international assignments. He highlighted the impact of England A players, including Afo Fasogbon and Charlie Atkinson, who have added energy to the squad’s training sessions.
This match against Harlequins represents a crucial opportunity for Gloucester Rugby to kick-start their season. With injured players returning, they hope to turn their fortunes around in the Gallagher Premiership.
