Ulster to be without winger Rob Baloucoune for three months after elbow injury

Kenneth Fox

Ulster could be without winger Robert Baloucoune for the rest of the season after he suffered an elbow injury while on Ireland duty.

The Six Nations Rising Star award winner is set to undergo surgery, which could see him sidelined for up to three months.

In a statement released earlier on Thursday, the province said: "Ulster Rugby can confirm that Robert Baloucoune suffered an elbow injury in Ireland's victory against Scotland last weekend, which will require surgery and will sideline him for approximately the next three months.

"The Enniskillen man had an outstanding Guinness Six Nations Championship, scoring three tries in four matches and playing a key role in Ireland's Triple Crown success."

Ulster Rugby can confirm that Rob Baloucoune sustained an elbow injury in @IrishRugby’s win over Scotland last weekend. He will undergo surgery and is expected to be sidelined for approximately three months.

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Rob 🤕 pic.twitter.com/vvRfXZvO65

— Ulster Rugby (@UlsterRugby) March 19, 2026

Next up for Ulster, they play Connacht at Affidea Stadium on Friday at 7:45pm. The team currently sits third in the URC table with the Stormers ahead of them in second and Leinster behind them in fourth place.