Laurie Weeks sent off and cited for multiple punches on Jannie du Plessis

Melbourne Rebels prop Laurie Weeks has been cited following a red card for multiple punches on Sharks tighthead Jannie du Plessis at the weekend. While Du Plessis struck first, Weeks' retaliation and flurry of punches is what will probably earn him a ban. As both tightheads 'chased' a high ball in the first half, Weeks appeared to obstruct Du Plessis which obviously frustrated the veteran Springbok. He lashed out with a meaty slap to the back of the head, leading Weeks to turn and start swinging. Du Plessis did well to refrain from throwing punches himself, as Weeks threw roughly six shots, m…