Read out of semifinal

Crusaders No8 Kieran Read has ruled himself out of Friday night’s Super Rugby semifinal against the Chiefs.

The All Blacks No8 was forced from the field with a cracked rib during his side’s last meeting with the Chiefs.

Read has had a string of health issues this season, including a pelvic injury and concussion problems.

The Crusaders tackle the Chiefs this Friday at 7.35pm while the Stormers host the Sharks at 3.05am Sunday.


Story by: Filipe Naikaso