Dakuwaqa handed three week ban for van der Flier tackle

Montpellier backrow Masivesi Dakuwaqa has been banned for three weeks after being sent off during his side’s Champions Cup defeat toThe Fiji international was shown red by refereein the 67th minute of the clash at the RDS for a dangerous tackle on Josh van der Flier. After referring the incident with his TMO, Barnes determined that Dakuwaqa made direct contact to the Leinster backrow’s head with a high degree of force.

An independent disciplinary panel made up of three English representatives upheld the red card decision and determined a mid-level entry point of six weeks. Dakuwaqa plead guilty to the charge and had a clear discplinary record coming into the hearing, factors which the panel factored into their decision to cut the suspension in half to three weeks.

Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Politicians agree on 'cross-party' approach to tackle violence against women | JOE.ie“This isn’t a moment for party politics. This isn’t a moment for division. This is a moment for unity.” And who knows more about violence?
Source: JOEdotie - 🏆 31. / 51 Read more »

Two Shrewsbury fans banned for eight years after 'vile' chants at Liverpool tieThe Shrews have confirmed two people have been hit with lengthy bans after videos emerged of songs being sung referencing the Hillsborough disaster, in which 97 Liverpool fans lost their lives
Source: IrishMirror - 🏆 4. / 98 Read more »