The Ospreys playmaker failed to finish Thursday's captain's run and was withdrawn from the team as a precaution after undergoing a morning fitness test.

The Wales medics expect him to be available for next Saturday's Test against New Zealand.

Sonny Parker was promoted from the bench to start at inside-centre, with Lee Byrne included amongst the replacements.

Despite the late distraction, Wales head coach Gareth Jenkins was still able to send out a powerful side to tackle the Canadians.

In the absence of Stephen Jones, James Hook started at fly-half for the first time and Gareth Thomas captained the side from full-back.