Ian McKinley extends with Treviso

Ian McKinley was forced to retire from professional rugby in 2011 after losing the sight in his left eye following a training-ground accident.

McKinley subsequently made a return to playing in Italy, wearing specially-designed rugby goggles to protect his working eye.

Having impressed over the course of 21 appearances this season, including eight starts in the Pro12, Treviso have now opted to extend McKinley’s contract into the 2017/18 season.