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Warburton set for lengthy spell on the sidelines
By Harry West
Sam Warburton will miss the Six Nations as part of a recovery process spanning four to six months having undergone surgery on a knee injury.
The Wales flanker was already out with a neck problem and the decision has been taken to correct the knee issue in a bid to restore him to full fitness next year.
"Currently sidelined with a neck injury the proactive approach taken to ensure he returns fully fit. Timeframe 4-6months."
Wales begin their Six Nations campaign at home to Scotland on the first weekend in February, and conclude their schedule by hosting France in mid-March.
Warburton has 74 caps for his country, but has not played international rugby since leading the British and Irish Lions in the drawn Test series against New Zealand in July.
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Yep even if you're improving on already very good international players every little bit helps if you're at the top of this log jam of 'top 3' sides, if they are elite.
Go to commentsIndeed they were. When they were good they looked like potential world beaters but too many mistakes outweighed the occasional excellent moments. The French were not at the level they were against the ABs
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