Hooker faces potential ban as Stormers launch appeal
by KickOff Rugby · KickOffStormers hooker JJ Kotze could receive a three-match ban following his 20-minute red card in the Champions Cup clash against Bristol Bears on Saturday.
Kotze was given a 20-min red card for head-on-head contact while tackling Bristol scrum-half Kieran Marmion.
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After reviewing the footage and considering submissions from the officials and player, a foul play review committee recommended that Kotze receive a three-week ban under World Rugby Law 9.13, which covers dangerous tackles.
The Stormers, however, have appealed the decision, and the case will be heard on Wednesday.
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