In his finding, Sanzaar foul play review committee chair Michael Heron KC ruled the following:
“Having conducted a detailed review of all the available evidence, including all camera angles and additional evidence, including from the player and submissions from his legal representative, Aaron Lloyd, the foul play review committee upheld the citing under Law 9.13.
“With respect to sanction, the foul play review committee held the act of foul play was reckless, with direct head-to-head contact made, high force and no significant mitigating factors present. The FPRC found the incident was dangerous and, after considering the relevant factors, decided the foul play merited a mid-range entry point of six weeks.
“Taking into account mitigating factors, including the player’s exemplary record and guilty plea, the foul play review committee reduced the suspension by three weeks.
“The player is therefore suspended for three weeks, up to and including 29 July 2023.
“In addition to the three weeks suspension, the foul play review committee has determined that the player is granted access in the application for the World Rugby Coaching Intervention Programme”.
