Barrett a doubt for England re-match

NEW Zealand centre Jordie Barrett, above, has injured the medial collateral ligament in his left knee and is a doubt for the start of the All Blacks’ tour of the northern hemisphere.
The 27-year-old, who will join Irish side Leinster in December on a short-term deal, limped off at half-time during New Zealand’s 31-28 win over Australia on Saturday.
“Jordie Barrett is out for this weekend and will be reassessed before the northern tour,” said an All Blacks spokesman.
New Zealand play England on November 2 before matches against Ireland, France and Italy o...

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