Disciplinary: Santiago Grondona, Bristol Bears

The case of Santiago Grondona, Bristol Bears, was heard on papers by independent panel chair, Daniel Gore, sitting with Beck Essex and Guy Lovgreen .

Grondona was shown a red card for a dangerous tackle, contrary to World Rugby Law 9.13, during a game against Exeter Chiefs on Saturday 22nd March: he admitted the charge.

Grondona received a three-match ban, which will be reduced to two if he successfully completes the World Rugby Coaching Intervention Programme (CIP).*

Matches missed:
29.03.2025 v Gloucester
20.04.2025 v Leicester Tigers
26.04.2025 v Northampton Saints*