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French pair handed Women's World Cup bans but will appeal
LONDON :France loose forward Axelle Berthoumieu was handed an effective six-month ban for biting at the Women’s Rugby World Cup while captain Manae Feleu was ruled out of the rest of the tournament for a dangerous tackle, World Rugby said on Monday.The two players will appeal against the sanctions, however,
France flanker Axelle Berthoumieu handed 12-match ban for biting Ireland’s Aoife Wafer
France will be without their captain Manae Feleu and flanker Axelle Berthoumieu for the remainder of the World Cup after both players were banned for acts of foul play during their controversial 18-13 win over Ireland on Sunday.
The third line of the Blues Axelle Berthoumieu was found guilty of bite and suspended 12 games. A call was made, as was Manae Feleu, suspended 3 matches.
The third line of the Blues will miss the sequel and the end of the competition. Just like the co-captain, Manae Feleu, sanctioned for a high plating.
Suspended sentences of 12 and 3 matches were requested against Axelle Berthoumieu and Manae Feleu, two players of the XV of France named respectively for bite and high pitch on Sunday, at the World Women's...
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