Fiji-born Wallabies center Samu Kerevi will miss the remainder of Australia’s end-of-year European tour following a suspension for a dangerous tackle. Kerevi received a red card during the second half of the Wallabies’ 52-20 victory over Wales in Cardiff on Sunday.
An independent disciplinary committee imposed a three-week ban on Kerevi, sidelining him from the upcoming match against Scotland. Although he would have also missed the final match of the tour against Ireland on November 30, the Wallabies confirmed he would not participate regardless, as he is set to return to play club rugby in Japan.
This match against Wales marked Kerevi’s first appearance since the 2023 Rugby World Cup. His suspension opens the door for Joseph Suaali’i, who recently transitioned from rugby league, to potentially rejoin the starting lineup after making his Wallabies debut in the tour opener against England.
The situation presents an opportunity for new talent to shine as the team adapts to Kerevi’s absence. This could pave the way for a fresh strategy and dynamics within the Wallabies squad, potentially leading to exciting developments as they face Scotland and Ireland.
Summary: Samu Kerevi has been suspended for three weeks due to a dangerous tackle, missing the match against Scotland and potentially impacting the Wallabies’ team dynamics positively as they welcome new players like Joseph Suaali’i.
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