De Luca handed 13-week ban

Published: Wednesday, 27. February, 2013 in category Northern Hemishere
Nick De Luca: Banned for a dangerous tackle

Edinburgh centre Nick De Luca has been handed a 13-week ban for a dangerous tackle which should see him ruled out until the end of the season.

An independent RaboDirect PRO12 disciplinary committee ruled De Luca should serve the suspension following his dismissal against the Ospreys last Friday, the league announced in a statement.

De Luca, who has 38 caps for Scotland, has the right to appeal.