Munster ban supporter who confronted Billy Vunipola

Munster Rugby have banned the supporter who appeared to confront Saracens player Billy Vunipola after the Heineken Champions Cup semi-final at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena.

The province confirmed its decision following an investigation into the incident on April 20 when a spectator wearing a Munster jersey entered the field from the stands at the stadium as Saracens were on a lap of honour to celebrate their victory. The supporter gesticulated towards and shouted at try-scorer and man of the match Vunipola, who before the match had been warned by his club and the Rugby Football Union as to his future conduct following his endorsement of homophobic statements made on social media by Australian international Israel Folau.