UPDATED: WARRINGTON Wolves have failed in their appeal against popular Aussie forward Paul Vaughan’s four-match ban.
He was found guilty of a Grade E unnecessary contact offence and handed a four-match ban by the Rugby League’s disciplinary panel and will now miss the rest of the season – and depending on Warrington’s progress if they make the play-offs, the start of next season.
Vaughan, aged 32, was charged with the Grade E unnecessary contact by the match review disciplinary panel following the side’s 18-6 defeat to St Helens in Round 26.
Having pleaded not guilty, Vaughan will now miss the rest of the season, including the Grand Final if Warrington are able to claim a spot in the top six and are successful in the play-offs.
Warrington responded to the ban at the time saying they were “extremely disappointed” with the outcome ahead of their final game of the regular season away at Huddersfield this Friday.
The Wolves are competing with Salford Red Devils for sixth spot with both sides on 26 points on the table, although Warrington has a much better points difference.
Salford host Catalans Dragons at the Salford Stadium.
Two other Warrington players were dealt with at the disciplinary hearings.
Thomas Mikaele – Grade B High Tackle – £250 Fine
Connor Wrench – Grade A Dangerous Contact – Not Applicable
The Club has been unsuccessful in our appeal against Paul Vaughan’s four-match suspension for a Grade E charge. pic.twitter.com/BIUTAwKoab
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) September 20, 2023
Paul Vaughan has been suspended for four matches following tonight’s independent tribunal hearing
Vaughan, who was charged with a Grade E offence, pleaded not guilty
The Club is extremely disappointed with tonight’s verdict and are exploring options with regards to an appeal pic.twitter.com/yn9qbaSUQM
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) September 19, 2023
Vaughan’s potential season-ending ban #gradeE@WarringtonRLFC pic.twitter.com/qXCbjwlxHm
— What would Brian Bevan say? 🇺🇦🎙🎧 (@WhatBevan) September 18, 2023
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