Setback for All Blacks: Tamaiti Williams Out with Knee Injury
Tamaiti Williams, a prop for the All Blacks, has been sidelined from the test series against France due to a knee injury. Following an intense match with the Canterbury Crusaders, scans revealed a torn meniscus, necessitating surgery. George Bower will replace Williams for the match in Dunedin.
In a significant blow to the All Blacks, prop Tamaiti Williams has been forced to withdraw from the upcoming test series against France after sustaining a knee injury, confirmed New Zealand Rugby on Monday.
Williams experienced discomfort following his participation in the Canterbury Crusaders' victory over the Waikato Chiefs in the Super Rugby championship-decider. Subsequent scans have unveiled a torn meniscus, requiring surgical intervention.
As the team prepares for the series opener against France in Dunedin this Saturday, George Bower has been called up to fill Williams' spot in the squad.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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