Summary
- A player from a West Auckland rugby club collapsed during a match and was revived with a defibrillator.
- The defibrillator was provided by the New Zealand Rugby Foundation to all rugby clubs in the country.
- The player underwent emergency surgery and is recovering well, with support from the foundation.
- Quick actions from off-duty paramedics, the player’s wife, and medical staff on hand contributed to saving the player’s life.