“I’m worried about his health at this time — that he gets back to 100% health.'
Courtney Lawes of England. Image: Alamy Stock Photo ENGLAND BOSS Eddie Jones will put Courtney Lawes’ health first after hinting his captain will not return from a concussion during the current Autumn Nations internationals.
With the veteran flanker still symptomatic as he progresses through the concussion protocols, Jones has effectively ruled him out of the remaining Autumn Nations Series fixtures against Japan, New Zealand and South Africa.Advertisement“Initially I kept in touch with Courtney but given that he needs some rest now rather than feeling like he has to rush to come back, we are allowing it to take its natural course.
“I’m worried about his health at this time — that he gets back to 100% health. But these things have a natural course — some heal quicker than others.
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