Summary
Prop Will Stuart might miss the start of England's Six Nations rugby tournament because he injured his Achilles tendon during a game. He left the match in a protective boot, and his condition seems serious according to Bath's head of rugby.
Key Facts
- Will Stuart plays as a prop for Bath and the England rugby team.
- Stuart injured his Achilles tendon during a game against Munster.
- The injury happened in the 49th minute, leading to Stuart leaving the field in a protective boot.
- Bath's head of rugby, Johan van Graan, said Stuart's injury appears serious.
- Stuart played as a substitute in recent matches against Australia, New Zealand, and Argentina.
- England's first Six Nations match is against Wales on February 7.
- Joe Heyes, another player, performed well recently and might replace Stuart.
- Other options for Stuart's position are also dealing with injuries or have varying experience levels.