A World Cup full of memorable moments was also marked by exclusion, exploitation and unprecedented political meddling, writes JAMES NALTON
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Tuilagi avoids suspension for tackle in Champions Cup game
From Barry McGuigan and Carl Frampton to Tyrone McKenna and Lewis Crocker, the city’s fighters carry a complex history into the ring, writes JOHN WIGHT
MANU TUILAGI avoided a ban yesterday after his citing for a dangerous tackle in Leicester’s Champions Cup defeat by Munster on Sunday was dismissed.
The Leicester and England centre appeared before an independent disciplinary hearing after appearing to make a high challenge on Chris Cloete in the 49th minute of the pool match at Welford Road.
“It was found that Tuilagi had committed a reckless act of foul play in that his shoulder had made contact with Cloete’s head, but the committee was not satisfied that the offence warranted a red card,” a statement issued by tournament organisers read.
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