Sam Warburton to miss Cardiff clash vs Stade Francais

Sam Warburton will miss Cardiff Blues' European Champions Cup semi-final qualifier against Stade Francais on Friday due to a knee injury.

"I think he's progressing very well and hopefully he'll be back fit soon," said Cardiff Blues head coach Danny Wilson.

"It's hard to see past Friday night. We have a rough idea of where things might be but, once you know the result from Friday night, you know how the planning will go.

"From Sam's point of view, you go day by day. Will he be fit next week? There's definitely a chance he will be but how big that chance is I couldn't tell you."

The 28-year-old has not played since injuring a knee on 7 April and could make a return next week.