Tadhg Furlong: Ireland prop cleared of groin grab by disciplinary committee
Ireland rugby player Tadhg Furlong has been cleared of foul play by a disciplinary committee following allegations of a groin grab during a match against Munster. The panel dismissed the complaint, noting that while the accuser's account was honest, there was no conclusive evidence of a violation.
Why it matters
The ruling ensures Furlong remains eligible for upcoming international fixtures, resolving a high-profile disciplinary dispute in professional rugby.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Tadhg Furlong is now cleared to play in Ireland's Nations Championship games next month
Ireland's Tadhg Furlong has been cleared by a disciplinary committee of grabbing Gavin Coombes in the groin during Leinster's United Rugby Championship win over Munster.
Munster back row Coombes raised the allegation with match referee Andrew Brace in the first half of Leinster's 24-18 win at Aviva Stadium, but television match official (TMO) Colin Stanley could not find conclusive video evidence.
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