/ 10 May 1999

DALTON COMEBACK FADES

HOOKER James Dalton, only recently recovered from a groin injury, has re-injured his groin on the same side while kicking in a training session. Dalton has played a couple of club games for Rand Afrikaans, but has not suited up for a Super 12 match yet, and will miss tests against Italy and Wales. James Small also has a recurring groin injury, and has been dropped by Lions coach Laurie Mains, although he will be on the bench and may play in the second half.