Taulupe Faletau sidelined after injury return with Cardiff

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau is set to miss several matches following a finger injury suffered in his comeback game for Cardiff against Northampton on October 18. After a promising return to action, Faletau reported pain in his pinkie finger and will undergo surgery. Cardiff head coach Corniel van Zyl stated that Faletau will miss the upcoming United Rugby Championship derby against Ospreys, but hopes to see him return after the November Nations Championship break. Faletau has only featured in 31 matches for Cardiff since his move from Bath in 2022 due to multiple injuries.

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