Bevan French, the Wigan Warriors’ dynamic Australian back, has been officially suspended following a recent incident during a Super League match against the Leigh Leopards. The Rugby Football League’s Match Review Panel charged French with “contact with a match official,” a Grade B offence under Law 15.1(i) .(Examiner Live, Serious About Rugby League)
The suspension is particularly notable given French’s pivotal role in Wigan’s recent successes. In 2024, he was instrumental in the club’s historic quadruple, winning the World Club Challenge, Challenge Cup, League Leaders’ Shield, and Super League title. His performance earned him the prestigious Man of Steel award, and he was the first player in British rugby league history to be named Man of the Match in all three finals that season .(Wigan Warriors, Wikipedia)
Despite this setback, French remains under contract with Wigan until the end of the 2028 season, having signed a four-year extension in April 2024 . His suspension serves as a reminder of the discipline required both on and off the field, underscoring the importance of maintaining professionalism in all aspects of the game.(Wigan Warriors)
