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NRL introduces mandatory 11-day recovery period for concussed players

Kalyn Ponga was concussed during the Knights' game against the Tigers on the weekend. (Getty Images: Cameron Spencer)

The NRL will introduce a mandatory 11-day stand-down for any player who is concussed, which will ensure they miss at least one game.

Its move is similar to that of the AFL, which has a mandatory 12-day stand-down for concussed players.

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