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John Evely

Bristol Bears and England star Ellis Genge faces potential ban over high tackle

Bristol Bears face the prospect of being without star loosehead prop Ellis Genge for the rest of the season after the England international was cited for a dangerous tackle in the 36-20 defeat to Sale Sharks on Friday night.

Genge was shown a yellow card in the 54th minute of the contest at Ashton Gate for a tackle on fellow England teammate Tom Curry which saw him make contact with the head of the Sharks flanker with his left shoulder.

READ MORE: Bristol Bears player ratings vs Sale Sharks: 'Wasn't able to stamp his x-factor on the game'

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