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Match postponed by ‘scrum pox’ outbreak

OTLEY have isolated several players following an outbreak of the highly contagious skin infection known as “scrum pox”, which caused yesterday’s match against Hull Ionians to be postponed. The condition has an incubation period of between two and 12 days.…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 2:58 AM
Match postponed by ‘scrum pox’ outbreak
Key Things to Know
  • Otley's match against Hull Ionians was postponed due to an outbreak of contagious "scrum pox."
  • Several Otley players were placed in isolation following the infection outbreak.
  • The skin condition has an incubation period of two to 12 days.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Otley postponed their rugby match against Hull Ionians after several players were isolated following an outbreak of "scrum pox." The highly contagious skin condition forced the cancellation of the fixture, which was scheduled to be played yesterday.

Scrum pox carries an incubation period lasting between two and 12 days. Officials expect the postponed match between Otley and Hull Ionians to be rearranged for November 28.

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