Rugby: Flynn cleared to join ABs

Hooker Corey Flynn has been given the all-clear to join the All Blacks as they build up for their first Tri-Nations rugby test against South Africa in Auckland on July 10.

A New Zealand Rugby Union statement said Flynn, who has fought his way back from an ankle injury, passed a check-up with All Blacks medical staff in Christchurch.

Flynn, who turned out for New Zealand Maori when they beat England 35-28 last Wednesday, will join Keven Mealamu as one of two hookers in the All Blacks squad.

- NZPA