REVEALED: The four Lions being investigated by citing commissioner

Rugby News
Sunday, 01 August 2021 at 15:33
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A number of controversial incidents during Saturday's second test between the Lions and Springboks have been passed onto Australian citing commissioner Scott Nowland.
Such are the number of possible incidents being sent his way, the original 12 hours post-match he had to cite has been extended overnight to 24.
Below, we take a look at four Lions who could possibly be in trouble.

#1. Duhan van der Merwe on Pieter-Steph du Toit

The winger was sent to the bin for a daft trip on Cheslin Kolbe, but it was his tip tackle on Peter-Steph du Toit that could potentially land him in hot water.

#2. Mako Vunipola on Eben Etzebeth

The first minute of the game and an incident that went largely unnoticed.

#3. Stuart Hogg alleged biting of Willie le Roux

The footage does show Hogg's mouth seemingly near le Roux's arm, while the Boks star reacts in fury afterwards. The fullback has since released a statement, denying any wrongdoing.
“Following speculation that has surfaced online, I would like to categorically deny any foul play in last night’s game,” Hogg said in a statement. “I would never bite an opponent and I am annoyed and upset by this unsubstantiated accusation. I’ve always been proud of playing rugby in the spirit of the game. Respect to the Springboks for their deserved win yesterday,” said Hogg.

#4. Maro Itoje on Damian De Allende

 Itoje has been accused of kneeling on Damian De Allende’s chest and neck area, a moment that was caught by the matchday cameras.

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