Wallabies scrum-half Ryan Lonergan was sent for scans following a head knock during Australia's 22-19 defeat to Ireland in Dublin on Saturday night. The incident occurred in the second half when Lonergan collided with an Irish player while attempting to make a tackle.
Concussion concerns
Lonergan, who was making his first start for the Wallabies, appeared dazed after the collision and was immediately replaced by Jake Gordon. Team medical staff assessed him on the sideline before deciding to send him for scans to rule out a concussion. According to a team spokesperson, Lonergan was undergoing precautionary assessments and his condition would be monitored closely.
Impact on the squad
The loss of Lonergan adds to Australia's injury concerns ahead of their next Test against France. The Wallabies are already without several key players, including captain Michael Hooper and lock Rory Arnold. Coach Dave Rennie said after the match that Lonergan's injury was a concern but hoped he would recover quickly. “We’ll see how he pulls up over the next few days,” Rennie said. “He’s a tough kid, so we’re optimistic.”
Match details
Ireland secured a narrow 22-19 victory at the Aviva Stadium, with tries from James Lowe and Andrew Porter. The Wallabies fought back in the second half but ultimately fell short. The match was the first of Australia's three-Test tour of Europe.
