The match between Australia A and Tonga Women’s 15s rugby team has been cancelled after a member of the Tongan team was reported to have suspected symptoms of measles.
The match was due to take place at 1pm today at Churchill Park.
🚨 MEDIA RELEASE: Australia A v Tonga Women's XV game cancelled for Round One of the Oceania Rugby Women's Championships.
— Oceania Rugby (@oceaniarugby) November 17, 2019
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In light of the widespread outbreak of measles in the region – Samoa, Tonga, Australia, New Zealand and now Fiji have recorded significant cases.
As a consequence, consultations between the Fiji Ministry of Health and Oceania Rugby has led to the decision to cancel the game to prevent any possible risks.
In a statement, Oceania Rugby says World Rugby continues to prioritize and ensure that any issues pertaining to medical and injury issues are flagged to prevent health risks to players and officials.
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— Oceania Rugby (@oceaniarugby) November 15, 2019
Meanwhile, the Fiji Airways Fijiana 15s team takes on the Black Ferns Development at 4pm today.
