Stuart had to leave the field during the match against Argentina in the 49th minute, wearing a protective boot as he exited the Recreation Ground. Bath’s head of rugby, Johan van Graan, expressed serious concerns about Stuart’s condition, stating, “He’s not in a good way. It looks like it’s his Achilles.” Van Graan, acknowledging his lack of medical expertise, noted that Stuart was unable to stand when pulled from the game. “I’ll receive an update later, but it looks very serious,” he added.
Stuart had previously made contributions to the team coming off the bench against strong opponents like Australia and New Zealand, helping head coach Steve Borthwick’s squad secure victories. His potential injury raises questions about the depth and resilience of England’s bench as they head into crucial matches ahead. The team will be eagerly awaiting further updates on Stuart’s health and the implications for the squad moving forward.
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