Matai to miss England tour

New Zealand centre Steve Matai will miss the forthcoming Test series against Great Britain due to shoulder surgery.

Thu, 04 Oct, 2007 - 10:12

New Zealand centre Steve Matai will miss the forthcoming Test series against Great Britain due to shoulder surgery.

The Manly three-quarter will play against Australia in Wellington on October 14 before an operation to repair a cartilage tear and cyst on his right shoulder.

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