Josh McGuire: Warrington Wolves forward given forward 12-match ban

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Image caption, Warrington Wolves forward Josh McGuire has made just seven appearances for the club having joined for 2023

Warrington Wolves forward Josh McGuire has been given a 12-match ban for using "unacceptable language" during last month's defeat by Leigh Leopards.

The 33-year-old had denied a Grade F charge but was found guilty by a tribunal and fined 拢1,000.

It is one of the longest suspensions handed out in Super League history.

The Australian was previously banned for seven games and fined 拢1,000 for a similar offence in a pre-season match against Leigh.

McGuire joined Warrington on a two-year deal last summer, having previously played for Brisbane Broncos, North Queensland Cowboys and St George Illawarra in the NRL, but has made just seven appearances so far.