Jack ruled out for season

Saracens have been dealt a huge blow with the news that lock Chris Jack will miss the rest of the season after suffering a hand injury.

Saracens have been dealt a colossal blow with the news that lock Chris Jack will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a hand injury.

The All Black sustained damaged tendons in Saturday's EDF Energy Cup semi-final against the Ospreys after falling heavily on the Millennium Stadium turf.

The injury will rule the 29-year-old out of the remainder of Guinness Premiership and Heineken Cup campaigns, which has obviously saddened Director of Rugby Alan Gaffney.

“It's a blow for the club and more importantly for Chris who has quickly settled in England and has been producing some very good performances for us, but it's something that we have to deal with,” he said.

“Chris has made a great impact since he arrived at the club and I know that he will still play an active role in supporting the guys.

“Even though he won't be able to get out on the pitch, with his knowledge and experience he still has a very important role to play for us.”