Irish out-half McKinley makes Italy Test squad

■By SAM JACKSON

Treviso star: McKinley

IRELAND-BORN Ian McKinley, who lost the sight in his left eye six years ago, has been included in Conor O’Shea’s Italian squad for the Autumn Tests.
The 27-year-old fly-half was with Leinster when he sustained the injury after an accidental boot to his eye. He retired but resumed playing with the assistance of protective goggles and now represents Treviso.
“This is the high point of my career,” McKinley tweeted in Italian on Wednesday. “Thanks to all at the Italian Rugby Federation.”
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