But tighthead prop Cole insists that with his Leicester-mate Julian Montoya present in their front row at hooker, they are still a formidable set-piece unit.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-2023-latest-news-england-b2405716.html

Furlong has been thrust into Farrell’s starting XV for Sunday’s visit to Murrayfield after tighthead deputy Finlay Bealham sustained a championship-ending knee problem in the round-three win in Italy.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/andy-farrell-tadhg-furlong-ireland-scotland-six-nations-b2298271.html

The Dragons then suffered a huge blow in the 13th minute when Wales lock Ben Carter limped off after receiving a slightly naughty late clear-out from tighthead Tom Botha after the whistle had gone for a breakdown penalty.

Source: https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/23932947.urc-dragons-beat-ospreys-20-5-first-parade-win-year/?ref=rss

Tries by scrum-half Rhodri Williams, centre Sio Tomkinson, back rower Taine Basham and tighthead Chris Coleman earned a consolation bonus but the Dragons were second best.

Source: https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/23283476.dai-flanagan-dragons-will-reap-rewards-break-urc/?ref=rss

With John Ryan and Stephen Archer (both 35) in the final year on their current deals, and as Roman Salanoa is currently sidelined through injury, Munster had been keen to bolster their tighthead options.

Source: https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/munster-rugby/munster-sign-oli-jager-from-the-crusaders-as-two-former-players-also-return-to-the-province/a960688710.html