Will Steward tackle on Keenan have repercussions for rugby? 

If the red is rescinded, what does it mean for the game?

DISMISSAL: England’s Freddie Steward tackles Hugo Keenan of Ireland resulting in a red card. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

What happened in the Steward/Keenan incident?

Freddie Steward was sent off for a dangerous tackle just before half-time after colliding with Hugo Keenan. The Ireland full-back had just stooped to gather the loose ball which had been knocked forward by Mack Hansen. Steward’s arm was tucked by his side but as he twisted his body – with both feet briefly leaving the floor – to brace for contact, he struck his opponent’s head with his elbow. Keenan was taken off the pitch and, after failing his head injury assessment, did not return.