Shane Christie ruled out of Super Rugby season!

By Semi Turaga

27/05/2017

Flanker Shane Christie won't play any Super Rugby this season, Highlanders coach Tony Brown has confirmed.

Christie, after co‑captaining the Highlanders last year with All Blacks fullback Ben Smith, has been sidelined since the pre‑season with a mystery illness.

His specific condition hasn't been diagnosed, but he has been experiencing concussion‑like symptoms.

Christie will remain with the team as part of the leadership group for the rest of the season.

Meanwhile, the Blues had a 16‑16 draw by the Chiefs last night while Western Force beat the Reds 40-26.

The Crusaders face the Rebels at 9.45 tonight and the Hurricanes will clash with the Bulls at 1.05am tomorrow.

Source: Radio NZ

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