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Ryan's Red Card Costs Leinster Dearly
26 Nov
Summary
- James Ryan received a three-week suspension for a red card offense.
- The suspension impacts key upcoming matches for Leinster.
- Ryan's ban could be reduced by completing a coaching program.
James Ryan of Ireland has been handed a three-week suspension after his red card during the recent match against South Africa was upheld. The independent disciplinary committee reviewed the incident, determining that a mid-range sanction was appropriate based on World Rugby's guidelines. This suspension means Ryan will be unable to play for Leinster in several important upcoming fixtures.
The second-rower's yellow card for a high tackle on Malcolm Marx was initially upgraded to a red card during the game. While the entry point for such offenses is six weeks, Ryan's clean disciplinary record and his acceptance of the card resulted in a reduction to three weeks. He may potentially shorten his ban further.
Leinster will be without Ryan for their United Rugby Championship game against Dragons and crucial Investec Champions Cup ties against Harlequins and Leicester Tigers. Ryan has the option to reduce his suspension to two weeks by completing World Rugby's Coaching Intervention Programme, aimed at addressing foul play techniques.
