Japan Rugby Coach Eddie Jones Banned Six Weeks for Verbal Abuse
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Japan rugby coach Eddie Jones received a six-week suspension for verbally abusing match officials. This ban limits Jones's role in coaching Japan during upcoming matches, affecting team preparation and strategy. The suspension also includes a pay cut, underscoring disciplinary action against misconduct in rugby.
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- •Eddie Jones was banned for six weeks starting May 2026.
- •The ban was issued due to verbal abuse directed at match officials.
- •Jones faces a pay cut alongside the suspension.
- •The suspension impacts Jones's ability to coach Japan's rugby team during this period.
- •The disciplinary action was confirmed on May 13, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Japan Rugby Union appoints an interim coach during Jones's suspension Japan's team preparation and tactics could shift, potentially affecting performance in upcoming international matches.
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