IRB praises Brian O’Driscoll for backing Eanna Falvey's concussion call

The IRB has applauded Brian O’Driscoll’s “maturity” for praising Ireland doctor Eanna Falvey, who prompted the player’s immediate substitution when he diagnosed his concussion against New Zealand.

O’Driscoll was injured tackling Brodie Retallick during the second half of the epic meeting with the world champions and the Ireland team doctor could be seen tapping his head after administering aid to the centre.

The former Ireland captain took to Twitter on Monday and remarked: “Respect to the doc for making the tough call on my head injury #player welfare.”