US EditionLions Hooker Dan Sheehan Suspended for Four Matches After Reckless Ruck Clearout
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, AUG 3 – Dan Sheehan received a four-match ban for a reckless ruck clearout causing head contact with Tom Lynagh, deemed high danger by World Rugby's independent committee.
- On Aug 4, 2025, World Rugby handed British and Irish Lions hooker Dan Sheehan a four-match ban after a dangerous cleanout on Wallabies rookie Tom Lynagh at Accor Stadium in Sydney.
- During the third Test match, Sheehan’s clearout went unpunished by referee Nika Amashukeli at Accor Stadium in Sydney.
- The Committee stated that, under Law 9.20, Sheehan's actions were contrary to rules despite his dispute that foul play occurred, after reviewing submissions and footage.
- Consequently, Sheehan will miss a pre-season game against Cardiff and URC fixtures versus Stormers, Sharks, and Munster, with a potential sit-out on October 18 if full suspension is served.
- This case highlights challenges in monitoring head contact, as officials initially missed the dangerous clearout, underscoring issues in officiating in rugby's expedited disciplinary process.
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Lions hooker Dan Sheehan suspended for four matches after reckless ruck clearout
British and Irish Lions hooker Dan Sheehan has been suspended for four matches for his illegal ruck clearout of Australia’s Tom Lynagh at the weekend.
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The Leinster player, who denied having committed a fault, accepted his sanction according to World Rugby. He will be able to resume the competition in mid-October against the Munster.
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The Rugby PaperDan Sheehan handed four-match suspension for reckless clearout of Tom Lynagh
The sanction will be reduced to three games, subject to the Ireland and Leinster player successfully completing a coaching intervention course.
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