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On the surface, that doesn\u2019t read well. But Ryan\u2019s defence argued that there was no malice and, crucially, no awareness of the full extent of the collision.<\/p>\n
James Ryan insisted he initially believed the red card was for coming off his feet and leading with a tucked arm, not for striking Malcolm Marx\u2019s head. His submission stated:<\/p>\n
The Player initially thought he had made contact with SA#2\u2019s upper body\u2026 He only realised that he had made head contact the next day when he looked up the footage.<\/p>\n
James Ryan also claimed that, had he known, he would have sought Malcolm Marx out immediately:<\/p>\n
He would never attempt to target another player\u2019s head\u2026 and would definitely have approached SA#2.<\/p>\n
Ryan\u2019s history of concussion issues was referenced as reinforcement that he would not intentionally deliver a dangerous blow.<\/p>\n
The disciplinary panel deemed the hit a mid-range offence, carrying a six-week entry point. However, Ryan\u2019s clean record and acceptance of the red card saw him receive full mitigation, reducing the suspension to three weeks.<\/p>\n
That ban will drop to two weeks if he completes World Rugby\u2019s Coaching Intervention Programme.<\/p>\n
Leinster successfully argued that last weekend\u2019s clash with the Dragons should count towards the suspension, meaning James Ryan could return in time for their second Champions Cup match against Leicester Tigers.<\/p>\n
SEE ALSO: ‘My Crazy Reputation’: Ronan O’Gara Addresses Red Card And Laments Red Card Inconsistency In Rugby<\/a>
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