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]
