Scotland lock Jonny Gray doubtful for Rugby World Cup

Scotland lock Jonny Gray is in doubt for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France after dislocating his kneecap.

Gray sustained the injury while playing for his club Exeter Chiefs in the recently concluded Heineken Champions Cup game against La Rochelle last weekend.

Following the game, Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter revealed the extent of Gray's injury.

“It’s relatively serious without being the worst it could be,” Baxter told.

“From what I’ve been told, unless the operation goes exceptionally well and his recovery is exceptionally quick, I would say he is very doubtful for the World Cup.

“It’s a patella tendon injury; he’s dislocated his kneecap."

Baxter also added that no major ligaments were damaged during the injury and is hopeful to have services of Gray in the next season.

“Fortunately, the other major ligaments within the knee are all stable,” he said.

“It’s a relatively complex patella tendon injury, which is going to require surgery this week, and there’s a relatively long period of rehab.

“We are hopeful to have him back fairly early next season, especially with the Premiership starting late next year with the World Cup first.”