Korbin Sims admits rugby league players worry about the long-term impact of concussions - but says focusing on protocols rather than rule changes is key.
Leeds forward Stevie Ward has announced his retirement at 27 after suffering long-term effects from two concussions, while a group of rugby union players have started legal action against their governing bodies for negligence over brain injuries.
Several rugby league players not including Ward are understood to be considering a similar move as the issue becomes a growing concern for both codes.
New Hull KR signing Sims suffered just one concussion in a near decade in Australia’s NRL - but knows it is an issue that won’t disappear.
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