URC citing officer to examine accusation as Niall Scannell shows 'full-on bite mark'

The claim was backed by captain Peter O’Mahony who told referee Andrew Brace that Scannell had sustained a “full-on bite mark” in an incident as the home side scored its second try early in the second half.

Niall Scannell of Munster appeals to a touch judge about an alleged biting incident during the United Rugby Championship match against DHL Stormers at Thomond Park. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Johann van Graan will keep rotating his squad when Munster go on the road for the first time this season with a trip to Scarlets in Wales this Sunday.

Munster made it two home wins from two in the new United Rugby Championship on Saturday as they defeated the Stormers 34-18 at Thomond Park, a win marred by an allegation from hooker Niall Scannell that he was bitten by a player from the Cape Town side.