Overview

• Team doctors said Lynagh passed his HIA2 and HIA3, overturning an initial in-game HIA1 that was off his baseline without concussion symptoms.
• The fly-half is being managed for tight hamstring soreness, leaving his availability for Saturday at Allianz Stadium uncertain.
• O'Connor replaced Lynagh in Townsville and directed a 28-24 comeback victory, earning retention for the Sydney Test.
• Coach Joe Schmidt indicated O'Connor's involvement beyond this week will be determined in discussions with Leicester coach Geoff Parling.
• Playmaking depth remains stretched, with Noah Lolesio out long term with a neck issue and Ben Donaldson recovering from an adductor problem, as Len Ikitau publicly urged O'Connor to stay on.