Steven Kitshoff's season over while James Hume facing long layoff for Ulster
Steven Kitshoff has played his final game for Ulster, with the province confirming a season-ending knee injury for the loosehead prop.
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Steven Kitshoff has played his final game for Ulster, with the province confirming a season-ending knee injury for the loosehead prop.
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