Whitelock out of second test against Ireland with delayed onset concussion

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Whitelock out of second test against Ireland with delayed onset concussion

By Dhanjay Deo

Tuesday 05/07/2022

[Image: irishtimes]

All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has been ruled out of the second test against Ireland with delayed onset concussion.

The issue was discovered after the All Blacks’ 42-19 win in the first test on Saturday, and in accordance with World Rugby rules the experienced lock must observe a 12-day stand-down period.

Patrick Tuipulotu will be drafted in the squad.

The All Blacks will play Ireland at 7.05pm this Saturday.

[Source: Stuff.com.nz]

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