Scrum-half Seren Lockwood has been dominated out of Wales’ second WXV World Collection fixture, in opposition to USA in Cardiff on Saturday, after failing a head damage evaluation.

Lockwood was taken off throughout the first half of Wales’ eight-try victory over South Africa and is now going by means of World Rugby’s return to play protocols.

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It’s a blow for Wales with Lockwood and Keira Bevan proving a promising half-back partnership in a new-look backline.

Her absence paves the way in which for Lleucu George to return at 10, with Bevan reverting to her common place of 9 at Cardiff Arms Park.

“It is all the time unhappy to see a person coming off, however the HIA is nice to have on board, we’re taking care of her,” mentioned Wales head coach Sean Lynn.

“She’s not going to be out there this weekend, however I am tremendous excited to see the half-back mixture that we have got this week.”

Carys Cox’s return to health after summer season knee surgical procedure provides Lynn another choice within the backline, with Cox capable of play centre and on the wing.

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“Carys has been very good in rehab, she feels fitter, sooner and stronger,” mentioned Lynn.

“She all the time brings a smile, she’s all the time assured and I like her athleticism. She is going to all the time beat that first defender and the way in which we’re enjoying now, she’s going to get some ball in hand.”

Saturday’s recreation at Cardiff Arms Park comes too quickly for fellow again Nel Metcalfe, who won’t be prepared till subsequent month’s two-Check tour of Japan.

“Nel is progressing very well along with her rehab, we noticed her at present in some rugby parts, so fingers crossed we will likely be seeing her in Japan,” Lynn added.