Statement: Ireland star handed lengthy ban following red card against Wales
02/27/2025 12:25 PM
Ireland centre Garry Ringrose has been handed a three-match ban after his red card in the Six Nations clash against Wales on February 22, 2025.
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The Leinster star was sent off for an act of foul play under Law 9.13 (dangerous tackle) and faced an independent Disciplinary Committee via video link this morning.
The verdict
The hearing was led by Matthew Weaver KC (England), alongside former players Leon Lloyd (England) and Stefan Terblanche (South Africa).
They upheld the red card and determined a six-week mid-range entry point for the offence. However, Ringrose’s acceptance of foul play and other mitigating factors saw the ban halved to three matches.
Matches Ringrose will miss
March 1, 2025 – Leinster vs Cardiff (United Rugby Championship)
March 8, 2025 – Ireland vs France (Six Nations)
March 15, 2025 – Italy vs Ireland (Six Nations)*
*Ringrose could return for the Italy game if he completes World Rugby's Coaching Intervention Programme, which focuses on improving tackle technique.
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