Administration Police Warriors back row Alvin Nyakeri has been slapped with a three-week suspension following his red card during a match against KCA Sparxx.
The red card was issued in the second half, and as per the referee’s report, the official says he was within five meters of the incident, observing the lead-up to the altercation that led to the red card. Nyakeri, however, argues that he was on the receiving end of a punch rather than the instigator, a claim supported by his representatives.
One representative pointed out that the Referee was not close to the incident and needed consultations with a Touch Judge before deciding to issue Nyakeri a red card.
Despite lacking evidence to successfully challenge the Referee’s decision, the Judicial Officer concluded that the Player’s breach was substantiated.
“The Judicial Officer categorised the RED CARD as low-end on the scale of seriousness and having considered aggravating and mitigating circumstances imposed upon the player a three (3) week/match suspension,” reads part of the judicial reports.
“In accordance with the R.17.19.10 and in line with the player’s schedule, he will serve a suspension from 14 January 2024,” the statement added.
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Meanwhile, Impala RFC player Tyson Okoth has been handed a one-match ban following his red card against JKUAT last weekend.
“The Judicial Officer categorised the RED CARD as low-end on the scale of seriousness and having considered aggravating and mitigating circumstances imposed upon the player a one (1) week/match suspension,” reads a statement by Judicial officers.
“In accordance with the R.17.19.10 and in line with the player’s schedule, he will serve suspension from 14 January 2024. No award was made as to costs,” stated.
