Swire Shipping Fijian Drua prop Mesake Doge has been cited for dangerous play during their Super Rugby Pacific match against the Western Force, which took place on Sunday night. The incident, occurring in the 80th minute, was deemed serious enough by the Citing Commissioner to warrant a red card under Law 9.20a.
Doge’s case is set to be reviewed by the Super Rugby Pacific Foul Play Review Committee this evening. For Doge to resolve this issue swiftly, he must either plead guilty and accept the penalty that the committee offers. An update on the committee’s decision is expected by noon tomorrow.
In the meantime, the Drua are on a bye week and will prepare to face the Crusaders in Suva next Saturday at 3:35 p.m. Fans can catch the action live on FBC Sports.
This situation draws attention to the increasing scrutiny placed on player safety within rugby. Similar cases, such as those involving Motikiai Murray of the Drua, have highlighted the commitment to enforcing safety regulations and discouraging dangerous play. While apprehensions about player suspensions linger, they concurrently present opportunities for other team members to step forward and potentially enhance their game.
As the Drua focus on their upcoming match, there is hope that they can turn these challenges into moments of growth and strength, rallying their roster to rise above adversity.
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