St Helens forward James Bell banned for late tackle against Castleford Tigers

The 27-year-old will miss two matches, including the Challenge Cup semi-final.
By John Yates
Published 26th Apr 2022, 08:31 BST
St Helens - James Bell, Danny Hill, Will Hopoate, Joey Lussick, Curtis Sironen and Konrad HurrellSt Helens - James Bell, Danny Hill, Will Hopoate, Joey Lussick, Curtis Sironen and Konrad Hurrell
St Helens - James Bell, Danny Hill, Will Hopoate, Joey Lussick, Curtis Sironen and Konrad Hurrell

New Zealand-born forward James Bell, who had forced his way into the first team set-up a few weeks ago, is back on the sidelines.

The 27-year-old, signed by St Helens from neighboursLeigh Centurions, was handed a two-match ban by the RL match review panel on Monday.

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He will miss Friday night’s Super League home clash with Salford Red Devils and the following weekend’s crucial showdown against Wigan Warriors in the semi-final stages of the Challenge Cup at Elland Road - the home of Leeds United.

Bell had been charted with a Grade B dangerous contact charge in the first half of Friday’s 30-10 defeat at the Castleford Tigers.

Related topics:James BellNew ZealandCastleford TigersNeighboursLeigh CenturionsWigan WarriorsElland RoadLeeds United

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