SYDNEY (Reuters) - Wallabies flanker David Pocock has played his final Super Rugby match for the ACT Brumbies and will be focusing entirely on getting fit for the Rugby World Cup for the remainder of what looks like being his last season in Australian rugby. The 31-year-old openside, who has been struggling with a calf injury and played only three matches for the Brumbies this season, has decided to concentrate solely on his bid to play in a third World Cup in Japan in September. "Certainly my focus is getting back for the Wallabies right now and the rest will take care of itself after that." Pocock helped the Wallabies to the semi-finals of the 2011 World Cup -- playing a decisive role in the quarter-final victory over South Africa -- and also helped his adopted country to the final in England four years ago. At this stage, the goal is getting back in that gold jersey and contribute leading up to the World Cup."

Source: The Star May 28, 2019 04:52 UTC