In the wake of a severe tackle adjudged by the TMO ‘bunker’ review, Sam Cane receives a red card upgrade
Following his ejection in the climactic World Cup final, All Blacks leader Sam Cane has received a three-match suspension.
Cane has planned to undertake a course on tackle technique, which could potentially cut his suspension down to two games, affecting his playtime with his new Japanese team, Suntory Sungoliath.
During the nail-biting 12-11 loss to South Africa last month, Cane was dismissed for a risky high tackle on opponent Jesse Kriel.
Opting for a change of pace, he’s paused his tenure with the Waikato Chiefs to join the Japanese league for a season.
The 31-year-old, who has the dubious distinction of being the inaugural player to be red-carded in a men’s World Cup final, is expected to make his first appearance for Suntory against the Urayasu D-Rocks come December 2nd.
Post-match, a reflective Cane remarked on the incident with a sense of regret, recognizing it as an indelible part of his legacy.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Sam Cane suspension
Why was Sam Cane suspended?
Sam Cane was suspended for three games following a red card he received for a high tackle on Jesse Kriel during the World Cup final.
Can Sam Cane reduce his suspension?
Yes, by completing a tackling course, Cane can reduce his suspension from three games to two.
When is Sam Cane expected to make his debut for Suntory Sungoliath?
Cane is likely to make his debut for Suntory Sungoliath against the Urayasu D-Rocks on December 2nd.
What was Sam Cane’s reaction to the red card in the World Cup final?
After the match, Sam Cane expressed that the red card incident is an unfortunate event he will have to live with forever.
Has Sam Cane taken a break from any teams recently?
Yes, Sam Cane has taken a sabbatical from the Waikato Chiefs to spend a season playing in Japan.
More about Sam Cane suspension
- Sam Cane’s Tackling Incident
- Rugby Union Daily Podcast
- Suntory Sungoliath Team Profile
- High Tackle Rules in Rugby
- New Zealand Rugby Official Statements
- Waikato Chiefs Player Sabbatical Policies
- Japan Rugby League Updates
5 comments
oh man Cane’s high tackle was rough but a red card in a final thats gotta sting, hope the tackling course helps him out
Cant believe Canes out for 3 games because of this… he’s such a key player, those matches wont be the same without him
reading this hurt my eyes, its ‘the first player to be sent off’ not ‘the inaugural player’ who writes this stuff anyway?
tackles like that are dangerous guys gotta remember to keep it safe on the field. Rugby’s tough but let’s not forget about the players’ health!
Excited to see cane join Suntory even if it’s after a few games, his experience from NZ will be a huge boost for the team here in Japan