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Published 09:33 2 Nov 2019 GMT
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Sinckler joined his teammates for a rousing rendition of the English anthem but it was South Africa that started brighter.
Handre Pollard missed an early penalty and when Mapimpi took the ball up-field, when Owen Farrell kicked long, Itoje and Sinckler combined for the tackle.
Itoje's elbow made a thudding connection with Sinckler's temple and that was his game over:
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Less than three minutes gone and the game was held up for several more as Sinckler received treatment on the pitch.
He did eventually come around and was able to walk off the pitch, with assistance nearby, but he would not return. Leicester pop Dan Cole replaced him and would be tasked with finishing out the remaining 77 minutes.
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