Wales Winger Josh Adams Handed Three-Match Ban

Wales winger Josh Adams received a three-match suspension following a red card against Japan. Initially given a yellow for a dangerous play on Kippei Ishida, the card was upgraded upon review. Adams's penalty was reduced due to his admission of guilt and other mitigating factors.

Wales winger Josh Adams has been handed a three-match suspension after receiving a red card during the match against Japan last weekend. Initially given a yellow card for a dangerous clearout on Japan's Kippei Ishida, the decision was later upgraded following a bunker review.

A Six Nations independent disciplinary committee upheld the decision, charging Adams with foul play against Law 9.11 of World Rugby's code of conduct, for recklessly endangering another player. Although the baseline punishment is typically six weeks, Adams's admission of guilt and other mitigating factors permitted a maximum reduction of 50%.

As a result, Adams will miss Wales' upcoming matches against New Zealand and South Africa, as well as Cardiff's EPCR Challenge Cup tie against Stade Francais.

(With inputs from agencies.)