Andrew Dickens Afternoons

LISTEN ABOVE AS TALKBACK CALLER IAN TALKS ABOUT THE SERIOUSNESS OF CONCUSSION WITH ANDREW DICKENSThe sister of Ryan Crotty has voiced her concerns over the All Black's concussion problems after the midfield back was forced out of the latest Bledisloe Cup clash in Sydney.Shea Crotty, a top basketballer who has played for the Tall Ferns, tweeted: "I want to see my brother grow old and able, not battling the brain forever."Shea Crotty...concerned for brother Ryan. Photo / PhotosportCrotty has suffered six concussions in the past 15 months, including during Super Rugby games in March and May this year.Couldn’t agree more my girl. Know how frustrated he will be but for selfish reasons I want to see my brother grow old and able, not battling the brain forever. https://t.co/2fYfGcClau— Shea Crotty (@Shea_Crotty) August 18, 2018In June, Crotty admitted repeated concussions might force him to retire."If I wasn't to bounce back from one as quickly as I tend to, then maybe you would think like that (retiring)," he says.