Wigan Warriors unsuccessful in their appeal to reduce Kaide Ellis’ ban

The prop was handed the punishment after being involved in a punch-up with Catalans Dragons’ Jordan Dezaria, in what was deemed a Grade E offence.

His French opponent subsequently had his charge reduced to a Grade C, and received a three match ban.

Prior to the appeal verdict, Wigan head coach Matty Peet shared his views on the length of Ellis’ ban.

He said: “We feel it was something that warrants further discussion.

“We understand what he did was unacceptable but we feel that the length of the ban needs reconsideration.”