Mikey Lewis receives four-match ban for headbutt incident

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 7:08 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Mikey Lewis receives four-match ban for headbutt incident

Summary

Mikey Lewis was issued a four-match suspension following an incident during a match against Warrington. Lewis was originally sin-binned for a tackle on Ewan Irwin before being cited for a headbutt on Adam Holroyd. The Match Review Panel subsequently imposed a one-match ban for the tackle and three additional games for the headbutt. This ruling comes amid scrutiny on player conduct and penalties for foul play in rugby.

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By the Numbers

•Lewis was sin-binned before being cited for a headbutt.
•He faces a four-match suspension for his actions.
•The Match Review Panel handed down the sanctions.
•The incident occurred during a match against Warrington.

What they're saying

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Mikey Lewis was sin-binned for a tackle on Ewan Irwin before being cited for an apparent headbutt on Warrington's Adam Holroyd. The Match Review Panel handed him a one-match ban for the tackle and three more games for the headbutt.
— Sky Sports

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