The outlook seems to be encouraging for Beauden Barrett's recovery from a head knock against the Highlanders on Saturday.

The All Blacks first-five was laid out after being barreled by hard-charging Highlanders centre Fetuli Paea, needing a few minutes to regather himself off the canvas, before leaving the game.

But while he'll miss the next two games due to a mandatory 10-day stand down period for head injuries, Barrett - so far - hasn't shown any symptoms of concussion.

The Blues will face the Moana Pasifika at 6.05 this evening.

[Source: Newshub]

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