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Miles Amatosero banned three weeks for dangerous play against Japan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:48 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Miles Amatosero banned three weeks for dangerous play against Japan

Summary

Miles Amatosero of the Wallabies has received a three-week suspension for dangerous play during Australia’s 35-32 victory over Japan in Osaka last weekend. The incident occurred when Amatosero's left shoulder made contact with the head of an opposing player as he attempted a clean out in a maul, leading to a red card in the first half. The judiciary committee's decision means Amatosero will miss an upcoming test match against Japan, a club game for Gordon in the Shute Shield, and a test against Argentina on August 29. However, he may apply to participate in the World Rugby's Coaching Intervention Program, which could allow him to play against Argentina.

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•Amatosero banned for three weeks after dangerous play in Japan test
•Incident occurred during a maul leading to a red card
•Suspension includes a test match against Japan and Argentina
•He can apply for the Coaching Intervention Program

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4:48 AMYahoo Sports — Wallabies lock Miles Amatosero banned 3 weeks for dangerous play in rugby test against Japan

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Wallabies lock Miles Amatosero has been banned for three weeks after admitting to dangerous play in Australia’s 35-32 win over Japan in Osaka last weekend. Amatosero was shown a red card late in the first half after a video match official ruled that his left shoulder made contact with the head of an opposing player as he attempted a clean out in a maul. A southern hemisphere rugby judiciary committee on Tuesday suspended Amatosero for three weeks, a timeframe that includes another test against Japan on Saturday, a club game for Gordon in Sydney’s Shute Shield and a test against Argentina on Aug. 29.
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