Cancer survivor Christian Lealiifano’s Super Rugby comeback has been postponed due to hamstring tightness.
Lealiifano was expected to be named on the Brumbies bench for Friday night’s clash with the Queensland Reds.
But coach Stephen Larkham said on Thursday morning he had pulled up sore from training and has been omitted as the Brumbies prefer to err on the side of caution.
Leeliifano is on the comeback trail after being diagnosed with leukaemia last year and undergoing a bone marrow transplant.
Riddler
Guest
No rush for the lad to come back.. I am just happy his health is good and can even contemplate playing again..
Ryan
Roar Rookie
My Magiagi brother, can't wait for your comeback uso. Peace!
gatesy
Roar Guru
He and Tomas Cubelli lit up the scoreboard when they came on in the 50th minute of the friendly in Singapore - the Brumbies put on nearly 50 pts in the last 30 - mind you it was 40+ degrees and the opposition looked out on their feet, but it was great to see them spark the young guys into action, and Christian had backs in motion all around him. Can't wait to see him fit
Train Without A Station
Roar Guru
I'm sure he would get medical dispensation. Such a shame this good news story has been put on hold. Great to see him back fit and healthy - except for the hammy anyway!
tsuru
Roar Rookie
I'm sorry he isn't able to play this weekend. Hope he's fit next week. Am I right in thinking that, even if he was able to play this week and next week, he wouldn't have been qualified to play in the play-offs?
Machooka
Roar Guru
Bugger!