Shaw banned for two weeks

British and Irish Lions lock Simon Shaw has been banned for two weeks after being cited for foul play during yesterday’s third Test victory over world champions South Africa, the South African Rugby Football Union has announced.

Sun, 05 Jul, 2009 - 14:57

British and Irish Lions lock Simon Shaw has received a two-week ban after being cited for dangerous play during yesterday’s third Test victory over South Africa in Johannesburg, the South Africa Rugby Football Union have announced.

England forward Shaw was found guilty of striking Springboks scrum-half Fourie du Preez with his knee just before half time.

Shaw received a yellow card for the offence, but he was then summoned to appear at a disciplinary hearing today.

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