3 weeks condensed to factor in three matches for Melani Nanai, with the following explanation:
If this case had been decided in times prior to the present COVID19 global pandemic, the effect of our decision would, in the normal course of events, be that the Player would not be allowed to play for 3 weeks. As is well known, the delayed resumption of the Premiership has been accompanied by a compressed fixture list which means that the Player falls to miss 4 matches (which fall within the next 3 weeks). This would be the equivalent of a 4 week suspension in normal times. That is plainly not our intention. In accordance with submissions made by the RFU, we direct that the Player is suspended from playing for 3 matches, namely, 21.08 v Wasps, 26.08 v Harlequins and 30.08 v Exeter Chiefs. If there is any change in the fixture list then the Panel may have to reconsider this to ensure the sanction remains a meaningful one. The decision to apply this sanction in matches is not intended to create any precedent outwith the resumed 19/20 Premiership Season.
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