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Ringrose concussion forces late change to Lions for second test
MELBOURNE, July 24 (Reuters) - British & Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell praised Garry Ringrose for selflessly withdrawing himself from the second test against Australia after the Ireland centre's concussion symptoms returned on Thursday. Ringrose was set to form an all-Ireland midfield with Bundee Aki at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday but pulled out after training, ensuring Scotland centre Huw Jones retained the number 13 jersey. Ringrose also missed last week's 27-19 win over Australia in the first test in Brisbane because of concussion. "It's head-related again," Farrell told reporters in Melbourne. "There was no incident. He was feeling good (before). It was very big of him and the right thing to do, 100 per cent. For the team as well, not just for Garry." Aki is one of three changes to the starting team at Lang Park, replacing Melbourne-born Sione Tuipulotu who was nursing a tight hamstring. Irish lock Joe McCarthy injured his foot in Brisbane last week and is replaced by England's Ollie Chessum in the second row, while Andrew Porter comes in for Ellis Genge at loosehead prop. Farrell brought his son Owen in on the bench as the tourists look to become the first Lions team to sew up a test series with a game to spare since 1997 in South Africa. The playmaker, who was called up as an injury replacement early in the tour, gets a chance to play his seventh Lions test after leading the midweek team to a 24-19 win over the First Nations-Pasifika XV on Tuesday. Flanker Jac Morgan is another change to the bench, ensuring a Welsh presence in the side after the principality was without representation in a test team for the first time since the late 19th century in Brisbane. Scottish fullback Blair Kinghorn was also named among the replacements after missing the first test because of a knee injury. Farrell said he wanted his squad to make history 12 years after the Warren Gatland-coached team beat the Wallabies 2-1. "We're the privileged ones that get the opportunity to do something special and hopefully create a bit of history," he said "There's a determined Australian side that's going to try and stop us doing that, so it's a hell of a test." The third and final test takes place at Sydney's Stadium Australia on Aug. 2. Team: 15–Hugo Keenan, 14–Tommy Freeman, 13–Huw Jones, 12–Bundee Aki, 11–James Lowe, 10–Finn Russell, 9–Jamison Gibson-Park, 8–Jack Conan, 7–Tom Curry, 6–Tadhg Beirne, 5–Ollie Chessum, 4–Maro Itoje, 3–Tadhg Furlong, 2–Dan Sheehan, 1–Andrew Porter Replacements: 16–Ronan Kelleher, 17–Ellis Genge, 18–Will Stuart, 19–James Ryan, 20–Jac Morgan, 21–Alex Mitchell, 22–Owen Farrell, 23–Blair Kinghorn
Daily Record
an hour ago
- Daily Record
Eddie Howe in honest Celtic confession as Hoops given tip over No.9 who would 'thrive massively'
It's your latest news regarding the Hoops all in one place as Brendan Rodgers and Co continue building up to the new season Eddie Howe has made a telling confession over Newcastle's pre-season defeat to the Hoops. Brendan Rodgers and his troops dumped the Champions League bound EPL outfit 4-0 in Glasgow's east end. Arne Engels, Johnny Kenny, Yang and Liam Scales were all on target for the Scottish champions last weekend against the Toon Army, and reacting to the heavy defeat, Howe told the Chronicle Live: "This Celtic game will help us get there quicker. "Certainly a lot to work on, but we've covered a lot already, and there were some good bits in there despite the scoreline. We take a load from that. That was a really good test for us. "The pre-season is designed to really stretch us. This was a test that maybe came a little bit too early for us. We have had a long week in Austria. "Not making excuses, by the way, but the lads came into the game jaded, slightly, but it was a great workout for us." Elsewhere, Richard Kone has been told he would hit new levels at Celtic. That's the view of Don Goodman who reckons the Wycombe star would thrive massively under the guidance of Rodgers. The Hoops boss is in the market for a new striker as he seeks to add more firepower to his attacking line. Forward Shin Yamada has just joined the Scottish champions with Adam Idah and Kenny on the books while Daizen Maeda proved he is more than capable of filling the No9 role when required after a stunning season last term. Kone has burst onto the EFL scene with his form attracting plenty of interest and Sky Sports pundit Goodman tipped him as one who would take a move to Celtic in his stride as he spoke to Football League World. He said: 'What a story this is, from where he came from. He was highly sought-after, particularly from Luton, in January after his manager Matt Bloomfield went to the Hatters. 'But, it's no surprise to see him being linked with a decent opportunity, a move to Scotland. I feel he would thrive massively at that level, with a Celtic team that dominates games and creates chances, and from a personal point of view, I would imagine he would earn way more money than he does at Wycombe. 'So, if the opportunity arose, I could see that as a good move for him.' Meanwhile, Jeffrey Schlupp has found a new home. The former Celtic loanee has put pen to paper on a one-year deal at Norwich City following his exit from Crystal Palace. Rodgers moved for him on loan in January but didn't seek to bring him back north for keeps on a free. That allowed a swoop from the Canaries and the versatile 32-year-old has made his main target at Carrow Road loud and clear. He said: "Obviously, we want to have a great campaign, it's no secret. The goal for everyone in this league is probably going to be the same, to make play-offs and try to get promoted. "You have to start somewhere, obviously I'm coming into somewhere new so it's going to take a little bit of time to find my footing. Hopefully, I get to gel quickly with the players." On the move itself, he added: "I'm really excited, it's something new again but a lot to look forward to back in the Championship at a big club. We want to do well this year and hopefully, we can have a good season. "I've talked to the manager about the plan for this year, his tactics and style, and I'm really looking forward to getting involved in it and being a part of it all. "Hopefully, we can get off to a good start and I'm looking forward to meeting all the players and creating something special this year. "I've been to the stadium a few times as a player. It's obviously a big club, I've always had some tight games here over the years. "There's obviously been a lot of success over recent years, in terms of promotion from the Championship into the Premier League, which hopefully we can add to this year."
Daily Record
2 hours ago
- Daily Record
When is the Premier Sports Cup draw as Celtic and Rangers amongst teams who enter the hat for last 16
It's the first piece of silverware of the season up for grabs and the big guns enter at the knockout stage It is almost time for the knockout stage of the Premier Sports Cup already with the group stage coming to a close this weekend. It means that Scotland's European representatives will now be joining in on the action as the last 16 ties approach. The clashes are scheduled for next month when Celtic will start their defence of the trophy they picked up at Hampden Park last season following a thrilling final win against rivals Rangers. Hearts are taking full advantage of being without European football, making a flying start in the competition under new boss Derek McInnes and will be desperate to go deep in the tournament. When is the Premier Sports Cup last 16 draw? The Premier Sports Cup last 16 draw takes place on Sunday, July 27 - after the full-time whistle in Paisley where St Mirren host Ayr United. The game kicks off at 3pm. Is the draw on TV and is there a live stream? The draw will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1 following the match in Paisley. The draw can also be viewed live on the Premier Sports Player. Which teams are in the hat? The Scottish sides who secured their slot in a European competition this season have yet to play a Premier Sports Cup clash this season. Celtic, Rangers, Dundee United, Aberdeen and Hibs will join the competition for the last 16. The seeded teams in the last 16 will be the five Euro qualifiers alongside the three group winners with the best records. When will games be played? This year's Premier Sports Cup last 16 ties will be played on either August 16 or August 17. Where else can I keep up with the action? You can keep up with all the action right here on We'll be bringing you all the breaking news on the spot once the draw gets underway. After the teams are out the hat, we will bring you all the latest reaction to the last 16 ties.
