He dislocated his shoulder against Japan 18 days ago.
The Lions have confirmed that captain Alun Wyn Jones is returning to the squad.
The experienced Wales lock sustained a dislocated shoulder in a warm-up game against Japan just 18-days ago.
Jones was assessed by the Welsh medical team yesterday and cleared to travel to South Africa.
Stand-in captain Conor Murray will get the chance to lead the Lions this evening.
They’re in Cape Town to face a South Africa ‘A’ side festooned with senior talent.
Murray says this evening’s game is a fourth test in all but name.
Kick-off in Cape Town is a 7.
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