Kalyn Ponga returns for Kiwis just 23 days after breaking his arm
Fullback Kalyn Ponga returns for New Zealand's World Cup knockout only 23 days after breaking his arm on October 15.
Kalyn Ponga will start for the New Zealand Kiwis against Tonga in a sudden-death finals clash. The superstar fullback broke his arm during the tournament opener on October 15 and is fit to play just 23 days later.
Ponga returns to replace Keano Kini, who drops to the bench. Coach Kristian Woolf has had to shuffle his backline after another injury blow, with centre Robert Toia ruled out due to a leg injury.
Paul Alamoti steps in to replace him.
- 23 days
- Days to return
- October 15
- Break date
- Kristian Woolf
- Coach
- Tonga
- Opponent
Why it mattersPonga's return gives New Zealand a genuine shot at advancing from a sudden-death clash against a dangerous Pacific side.
