Ringer hits team-mate
The fierv Welsh rugby flanker. Paul Ringer, who was sent off against England three years ago for a late tackle.’ is in strife again — for punching a team-mate. Ringer, now’ playing rugby league for Cardiff, hit a fellow’ forward. Gordon Pritchard, during a match against Blackpool over the New Year. He was warned by the referee. Bill Allen, who said yesterday that in 15 years in
control of league matches, it was the first time he had seen a player punch one of his own team. "I saw Ringer let fly at Pritchard. Words had been exchanged beforehand and I had to stop the game in case _ the incident mushroomed. spoke to Ringer and his 1 captain. Steve Fenwick." he - said. Ringer may face a fine from Cardiff for his action.
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