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Jack Hughes receives three-match ban for contact violation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:29 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Jack Hughes receives three-match ban for contact violation

Summary

Leigh Leopards centre Jack Hughes has been suspended for three matches following a Grade E offence during a recent match. The suspension comes after an incident involving unnecessary contact with an injured player in Leigh's 38-12 victory over Bradford Bulls. Hughes, 34, will miss upcoming matches against Hull KR and Toulouse, as well as the Magic Weekend fixture against Warrington Wolves on July 4th. He is the only player to receive a ban from Round 14 of the Super League season, although nine other players have been charged by the match review committee. This ban affects Hughes' participation in key fixtures as the season progresses.

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•Hughes banned for a Grade E offence.
•Contact occurred during Leigh's match against Bradford.
•Leigh won that match 38-12.
•Hughes will miss games against Hull KR, Toulouse, and Warrington.
•Nine other players were charged for offences in Round 14.

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Leigh Leopards player Jack Hughes is banned for three matches for unnecessary contact with a player who is injured or may be injured.
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