Sean O'Brien's day ends early as heavy knock causes him to wobble and fall over

The Ireland flanker was taken off with a suspected concussion in the first half.

Sean OÕBrien injured James Crombie / INPHO James Crombie / INPHO / INPHO

SEAN O’BRIEN LASTED just 25 minutes of today’s Six Nations clash with England after suffering a suspected concussion.

The Tullow Tank came crashing into England’s George Ford and lost his balance while attempting to get back to his feet moments later.

Despite wanting to continue, O’Brien was helped off the field by team doctor Eanna Falvey and replaced by Tommy O’Donnell.

Sean OÕBrien injured James Crombie / INPHO James Crombie / INPHO / INPHO

Eanna Falvey stops Sean OÕBrien rejoining the game James Crombie / INPHO James Crombie / INPHO / INPHO

Sean O'Brien goes off injured Dan Sheridan / INPHO Dan Sheridan / INPHO / INPHO

Here’s the incident:

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