Bryce Heem receives 2-week ban for dangerous tackle

Bryce Heem of Worcester Warriors has been suspended for two weeks followinga dangerous tackle on Willie Le Roux in the in the Premiership match between Worcester and Wasps.

“The panel deemed that the actions of Heem were reckless and in part affected by the running line of Wasps number 13." said an RFU Disciplinary statement.

"Notwithstanding this, the player accepted his actions merited the award of a red card and the panel, having heard direct evidence from Wasps’ Willie Le Roux, found this was a low end entry point.”

The wing pleaded guilty and was given a two-week suspension. He is free to play again on Tuesday 18 April.