Waratahs set to appeal multi‑week suspensions

The NSW Waratahs are set to appeal the multi‑week suspensions of forwards Tolu Latu and Will Skelton after expressing surprise and disappointment at the outcome of their Super Rugby judicial hearings.

Hooker Latu and lock Skelton were suspended for four and two weeks respectively after each were found guilty of an illegal lifting tackle on Crusaders and All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock in last Saturday's Super Rugby game in Sydney.

After Round 15 of Super Rugby, the Hurricanes continue to top the table with 57 points, second is Waratahs with 41 points while the Stormers are in third place with 38 points.

This Friday the Crusaders meet the Hurricanes at 7.35pm while Brumbies clash with the Bulls at 9.40pm.

On Saturday, the Sharks face the Rebels at 5.10am while the Highlanders meet the Chiefs at 7.35pm.
 

Source: Super XV and Planetrugby