Australia lose breakdown specialist Pocock for England test


  • Rugby
  • Friday, 23 Nov 2018

Rugby Union - Australia Captain's Run - Twickenham Stadium, London, Britain - November 23, 2018 Australia's David Pocock during the captain's run Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra

LONDON (Reuters) - Australia have suffered significant disruption after their breakdown master David Pocock was ruled out of Saturday's final November international against England at Twickenham and two players were not considered for a breach of team protocol.

Pocock injured his neck in the 26-7 victory over Italy last weekend but was named to start against England by coach Michael Cheika on Thursday.

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