12/09/2007 allblacks.com
Following a RWC 2007 judicial hearing Schalk Burger has been banned for four matches for "executed a reckless and sloppy tackle that was high and dangerous whilst the opposing player was in the air and therefore in a vulnerable position".
It was determined that the offence was in the mid range of seriousness. "There were no aggravating circumstances. However, there were several mitigating factors including Burger's remorse in relation to the incident, his excellent conduct during the hearing and his good disciplinary record. During 34 Tests for South Africa, 42 Rebel Sport Super 14 games and 22 Currie Cup games for his province he had never been before a disciplinary committee for such an offence.
The entry point for a mid range offence is six matches. However the it was decided in this case the suspension should be four matches in light of the mitigating factors.
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