England prop Ellis Genge cited for dangerous tackle against Sale

England prop Ellis Genge has been cited for a dangerous tackle during Bristol’s Gallagher Premiership defeat against Sale Sharks.

Genge was yellow-carded following the incident, which happened during the second half of Bristol’s 36-20 reversal at Ashton Gate on Friday.

Referee Luke Pearce viewed television replays before sin-binning Genge, who had tackled Sale flanker and England team-mate Tom Curry.

ℹ️ Ellis Genge has been cited for dangerous tackling contrary to World Rugby Law 9.13 for an incident during the game against Sale Sharks.The case will be heard tomorrow evening (Tuesday, April 18th) by an independent disciplinary panel.

— Bristol Bears