Three Auckland club rugby players suspended after on-field assault allegation

Thursday 12 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 12 Jun 2025, 7:05am

Three Auckland club rugby players have been suspended following an incident where an opposing player was allegedly coward-punched while on the ground. The victim reportedly suffered a seizure during the incident, and one player has been charged with assault.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 12 Jun 2025, 5:00am

   Three Auckland club rugby players suspended, one charged after opposing player allegedly coward-punched on field (opens in new tab)

2. StuffThu 12 Jun 2025, 7:05am

   Auckland club rugby player reportedly charged with assault (opens in new tab)