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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Eddie Jones suspended by Japan after abusing match officials

Eddie Jones has been suspended from rugby - (Getty)

Japan head coach Eddie Jones has been suspended and docked pay by the Japanese Rugby Football Union (JRFU) having been found to have verbally abused match officials.

The former England and Australia boss returned for a second stint in charge of the nation at the start of 2024 and is set to lead them into next year’s Rugby World Cup.

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