It is with great sadness that the Brumbies inform fans that following a brief illness, investigations have indicated that Christian Lealiifano has been diagnosed with Leukaemia and is currently in hospital for further management.
Brumbies interim Chief Executive, Phil Thomson, said it was too early at this stage to comment much further.
“At the moment it’s just a matter of ensuring Christian receives the best care and support he can at this time,” Thomson said.
“He is one of the most respected players within this group and this news has come as a huge shock to all of our players, coaches and staff.
“Everyone knows that Christian is an amazing young man, an important member of this team and of the Canberra community.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Christian and his family at this time.
“We ask that the Lealiifano family’s privacy is respected and no more comments will be made at this time.”
The Brumbies primary concern is for Christian’s health and any further updates on his progress will come via the club and with his personal approval.
