Davies cited for tip-tackle on Ryan

WALES look destined to lose lock Bradley Davies from their squad for Sunday’s clash with Scotland, and possibly for the rest of the RBS Six Nations Championship.

Davies will face an independent Six Nations disciplinary panel in London after being cited for a reckless tip-tackle on Ireland replacement Donnacha Ryan at the Aviva Stadium last weekend.

Wales coach Warren Gatland admitted after the match Davies was fortunate to avoid a red card, escaping with a sin-binning from referee Wayne Barnes on the recommendation of his assistant Dave Pearson.