Joe Marler cited for grabbing Welsh rival’s genitals in England win against Wales following furore over incident
JOE MARLER has been cited for grabbing Alun Wyn Jones’ genitals during England’s Six Nations win over Wales.
The incident occurred during the first half of the Red Roses’ 33-30 victory at Twickenham on Saturday.
Marler appeared to squeeze Jones’ privates during a coming-together between England and Wales players, sparked by a fight between Owen Farrell and George North on the ground.
Marler has now been cited and faces a lengthy ban if found guilty.
World Rugby’s Law 10 states that anyone found guilty of “testicle grabbing, twisting or squeezing” faces a minimum 12-week suspension.
But Marler could be out of action for a lot longer than that, with the maximum penalty a FOUR-YEAR ban.
Furious rugby fans were shocked by Marler’s behaviour.
And some have called for him to face sexual assault charges.
That’s prompted a furious response from Piers Morgan, who has slammed critics of Marler as “f***ing exhausting.”
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Marler is not the only player in trouble after Saturday’s fiery clash in the English capital.
Manu Tuilagi faces a disciplinary hearing this week after a shoulder hit on North resulted in a red card five minutes from time.
And Courtney Lawes has also been cited for a dangerous tackle on Jones.