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Leinster awaiting citing commissioner report as Munster claim to have clear footage to back up allegation of serious foul play

Reds stand by Gavin Coombes amid what referee described as a ‘big accusation’

Irish Independent

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 7:57 PM

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Leinster are awaiting the citing commissioner's report after Munster alleged serious foul play during their match.
Munster No. 8 Gavin Coombes accused an opponent of grabbing him in the groin area.
Munster stated they have clear footage supporting the allegation from the Aviva Stadium encounter.

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Leinster are waiting to discover whether a player faces disciplinary sanctions following an accusation made during their United Rugby Championship clash against Munster at the Aviva Stadium on October 24, 2026. Munster No. 8 Gavin Coombes reported that he was grabbed in the groin area during the first half of the interprovincial derby.

Munster are standing by Coombes and claim to possess clear footage supporting the allegation of serious foul play. The match referee referred to the claim as a serious accusation as teams await the citing commissioner's report.

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