Rassie Erasmus to face World Rugby misconduct hearing over 'extensive' criticism of match officials

World Rugby was concerned about comments by members of both the Lions and South Africa but Erasmus' 62-minute video was considered a breach of World Rugby regulations

South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus. Picture: INPHO/Billy Stickland

World Rugby have told South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus and SA Rugby they will face an independent misconduct hearing for comments made in a video he posted online last week.

Erasmus criticised the match officials' performance during the first Test between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions.